Mack Recalls 2019 Trucks Due to Potential Steering Shaft Separation
Mack Trucks is recalling 2019 Anthem, Granite, and Pinnacle vehicles because a loose pinch bolt may allow the steering shaft to separate, causing loss of steering.
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 involves a structural vehicle defect (steering shaft separation) that results in a loss of steering, which is a significant safety hazard.
Plain-English summary
Mack Trucks, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 Mack Anthem (AN), Granite (GR), and Pinnacle (PI) vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the pinch bolt on the upper steering shaft may not have been tightened properly. This issue could result in the steering shaft separating, which would cause a loss of steering control.
A loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on November 30, 2018. Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for any loose pinch bolts and correct the vehicles as necessary, free of charge.
Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0413. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- MACK PINNACLE (PI/PN), ANTHEM (AN), GRANITE (GR)
- Brand
- MACK
- Manufacturer
- Mack Trucks, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Steering System
- Affected units
- 169
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 (3)
- PINNACLE (PI/PN)
- ANTHEM (AN)
- GRANITE (GR)
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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