The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·11V212000·Announced 2011-04-01

Mack Trucks Recall 2008-2012 LEU and MRU Models for Fire Risk

Mack Trucks is recalling 2008-2012 LEU and MRU heavy trucks because inadequate electrical protection may cause the mirror switch to overheat and start a fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a defect that could cause a vehicle fire, which constitutes a significant injury or property-damage risk under the severity rubric.

Plain-English summary

Mack Trucks, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 LEU and MRU heavy trucks manufactured between January 3, 2007, and February 3, 2011. The recall involves 3,763 vehicles where the electrical circuitry may not provide adequate overcurrent protection.

In the event of an electrical overage, the fuse intended to prevent overcurrent from reaching the mirror switch circuit may fail. This failure can cause the mirror switch to overheat, which could result in a vehicle fire.

Dealers will install a relay harness to prevent the mirror switch from overheating and will inspect the switch for signs of damage, replacing it if necessary. All repairs are free of charge. The safety recall began on June 30, 2011. Owners may contact Mack Trucks at 1-800-866-1177 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MACK LEU, MRU
Brand
MACK
Manufacturer
MACK TRUCKS, INC
Category
Vehicle — Heavy Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
3,763

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • LEU
  • MRU

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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