Mack Rl 1978
Model Rl made in 1978 by Mack got 5 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, engine and engine cooling and service brakes, air.
Model 1978
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | ||||||||||||||||
| 78V222000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 07/01/1977 to 09/01/1978 | V (Vehicle) | 161 | 02/07/1979 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 10/11/1978 | 10/12/1979 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | A short circuit could occur due to chafing or wire disconnection in the box. | |||||||||||||||
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| Corrective Summary | The wiring in the sleeper box will be corrected, free of charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: heavy truck tractors equipped with the able body companyssleeper box.consequences of defect: a short circuit creates a potential fire hazard whichcould jeopardize the safety of vehicle occupants. | |||||||||||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 79V133000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 02/01/1977 to 03/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 23000 | 11/02/1979 | ODI | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 05/31/1979 | 10/12/1979 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | In the event of turbocharger compressor wheel failure, one or more of the four capscrews that hold the turbocharger together may be struck by parts of the compressor wheel, resulting in the capscrews being damaged. if these capscrews are damaged to the point that they allow the compressor back plate to dislocate from the turbocharger bearing housing, engine lubricating oil may be allowed to escape under pressure, contacting the engine exhaust manifold sections or turbocharger turbine housing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a shield for the heads of the four capscrews, along with stronger sae 8 grade 8 capscrews, if necessary, at no cost to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: trucks equipped with endt (b) 676, etaz (b) 673a, and etay(b) 673a engines.system: engine and engine cooling.consequences of defect: engine lubricating oil, in the presence of a source ofignition, could lead to an engine compartment fire and serious injury tovehicle passengers. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - INTERCONNECTING ASSEMBLY(WIRING) | ||||||||||||||||
| 78V210000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 10/01/1977 to 09/01/1978 | V (Vehicle) | 19370 | 11/07/1978 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 10/03/1978 | 10/12/1979 | 571 | 121 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Delays of up to about 2 seconds may exist in the brake application times to the brakes on the bogie axles in the presence of certain types of wheel speed sensor signal discontinuities or distortions that may occur as a result of sensor wire failure. this constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install new wheel speed sensors that incorporate improved wiring and the present bogie anti-wheel lock system will be changed to an axle-to-axle system for improved reliability. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: service brakes; electrical wiring and connectors.consequences of defect: this delay in effective braking action could lead to anaccident under certain traffic conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 78V030000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 12/01/1975 to 01/01/1978 | V (Vehicle) | 400 | 08/23/1978 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 02/09/1978 | 10/12/1979 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | A design deficiency exists in the air dryer piping in the area of the pressure relief valve and compressor governor control link. moisture is passed and builds up in this relief valve and control line. in freezing ambient temperatures, this moisture may freeze, allowing the chassis air system pressure to exceed 150 psi. excessive air system pressure can cause separation of air piping connections and air system valve failure. | |||||||||||||||
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| Corrective Summary | The dealer will relocate the air system compressor governor line and pressure relief valve to eliminate moisture accumulation. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: trucks equipped with anchorlok air dryers.system: service brakes; air system and governor control line (air dryer).consequences of defect: when this occurs, automatic application of the chassisemergency spring brakes and trailer brakes could cause loss of vehicle controlwithout prior warning and a vehicle accident.note: owner/driver is advised not to operate vehicle if air pressure exceeds15o psi. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 79V134000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 06/01/1974 to 03/01/1978 | V (Vehicle) | 64150 | 11/10/1979 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 05/30/1979 | 10/12/1979 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | In the involved trucks it is possible the adjustable steering column rear mounting bracket could fail, allowing steering wheel assembly to fall down onto the operators lap. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install an additional bracket in this area to prevent the steering wheel from dislocating in the event of a bracket failure. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering assembly; steering wheel and column.consequences of defect: while steering would remain functional in thiscondition, the element of surprise to operator could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident. | |||||||||||||||