The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·23V605000·Announced 2023-08-30

Mack Trucks Recalls 2024 MD6 and MD7 Vehicles for Steering Fastener Issue

Mack Trucks is recalling 2024 MD6 and MD7 vehicles because steering gear fasteners may not be properly tightened, which could lead to a loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a steering defect that could lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Mack Trucks, Inc. is recalling certain 2024 MD6 and MD7 vehicles due to a defect in the steering system. The steering gear fasteners on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing.

Loose steering gear fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
MACK MD
Brand
MACK
Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
395

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 (1)

  • MD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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