2016 Mack Pinnacle (Cxu) | 2016 Mack Pinnacle (Chu) — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
Published August 31, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 31, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V535000, published August 31, 2017. Recalling firm: Mack Trucks, Inc.; 2016 Mack Pinnacle (Cxu) | 2016 Mack Pinnacle (Chu) — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly.
What's the hazard
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2016 Pinnacle CHU and CXU diesel trucks equipped with certain Dana steer axles. The castellated nut and cotter pin on the steer axles may not have been properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen within the steer axle.
What to do
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0408.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MACK
- Model
- PINNACLE (CXU)
- Manufacturer
- Mack Trucks, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 MACK PINNACLE (CXU) | 2016 MACK PINNACLE (CHU)
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Mack Pinnacle (Cxu) | 2016 Mack Pinnacle (Chu) — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V535000 on August 31, 2017. Reported hazard: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2016 Pinnacle CHU and CXU diesel trucks equipped with certain Dana steer axles. The castellated nut and cotter pin on the steer axles may not have been properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen within the steer axle.
What should I do if I have this product?
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0408.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MACK. Model: PINNACLE (CXU).