Mack Rd Series 1987

Model Rd Series made in 1987 by Mack got 5 recalls. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, steering and suspension.

Model 1987

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE
88V162000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 02/01/1987 to 03/01/1988V (Vehicle)509810/10/1988MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC10/18/198810/27/1988
Defect SummaryThere may be insufficient weld where the step is welded to the fuel tank.
Consequence SummaryWeld cracks could eventually cause steps to disengageand possibly injure persons entering or leaving the truck.
Corrective SummaryReplace fuel tank steps with cracks; modify others to prevent step from separating from the tank.
NotesSystem: fuel tank step.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
89V032000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 03/01/1987 to 09/01/1988V (Vehicle)312710/27/1989MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC03/03/198903/16/1989
Defect SummaryAn incorrect high pressure power steering hose may have been installed.
Consequence SummaryUnder certain conditions, hose could fail resulting inloss of power steering assist and possibly an accident.
Corrective SummaryReplace incorrect power steering hoses.
NotesSystem: power steering hose.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with stratoflex high pressurepower steering hose.
STEERING - LINKAGES
87V179000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 07/01/1987 to 08/01/1987V (Vehicle)32308/16/1988MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC11/23/198712/04/1987
Defect SummaryCross steering levers may be improperly heat treated and subject to fail during normal operation.
Consequence SummarySuch failure could cause loss of truck control withoutprior warning and result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryInstall new, properly heat treated steering lever.
NotesSystem: cross steering levervehicle description: heavy duty trucks with mack faw 616 or 617 series frontaxle.
SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE
88V154000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1987 to 04/01/1987V (Vehicle)12909/22/1988MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC09/27/198810/11/1988
Defect SummaryThe undersized weld on the rear suspension bracketry attachment can cause bracket failure.
Consequence SummaryBracket failure can allow the spring assembly to bereleased onto the roadway, possibly resulting in loss of control and anaccident.
Corrective SummaryReplace any housings that have single pass (undersized) welds on the bracketry attachment.
NotesSystem: rear axle housing.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
WHEELS
88V153000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 12/01/1986 to 09/01/1987V (Vehicle)1909/22/1988MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC09/27/198810/11/1988
Defect SummaryFasteners that hold the rear wheel to the hub and drum assembly may be improperly torqued.
Consequence SummaryAn undertorqued fastener will loosen up and can result inwheel separation, loss of control, and an accident.
Corrective SummaryProperly torque rear wheel space fasteners.
NotesSystem: rear wheel spacer fasteners.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.