Mack Rm 1986

Model Rm made in 1986 by Mack got 2 recalls. There was one recall concerning steering .

Model 1986

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
88V043000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1985 to 01/01/1988V (Vehicle)25903/25/1988MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC03/28/198804/06/1988
Defect SummaryThe steering shaft spline engagement is only .52, the recommended engagement is 2 inches.
Consequence SummaryUnder impacts such as road potholes, it could result inshaft disengagement. the driver would immediately lose steering controlwithout warning and vehicle crash could occur.
Corrective SummaryReplace shafts that measure under the minimum engagement dimensions with a longer shaft.
NotesSystem: steeringvehicle description: trucks
STEERING - LINKAGES
90V034000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 12/01/1980 to 07/01/1988V (Vehicle)186208/09/1990MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC02/23/199003/01/1990
Defect SummaryCrack may develop on steering arm that could progress and reduce the fatigue life of the steering arm.
Consequence SummarySteering arm could fail without warning resulting in loss of steering control and possibly a crash.
Corrective SummaryInstall a redesigned steering arm.
NotesSystem: steering arm.vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks.