Mack Rw Series 1988

Model Rw Series made in 1988 by Mack got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, suspension.

Model 1988

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
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.
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS
89V033000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 09/01/1987 to 10/01/1988V (Vehicle)15207/31/1989MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC03/03/198903/21/1989
Defect SummaryDowels may have been omitted during spring cap installation; this would put shear load on the four (4) spring cap bolts.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in loosening and failure of the boltswith possible loss of control and accident potential.
Corrective SummaryInstall the missing dowels to prevent movement between the spring cap and axle housing.
NotesSystem: spring cap to axle housing connection dowel.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.