NHTSA Recall 01V044207: Connection (steering)
MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,247 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Mack Ch.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V044207 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › DRAG › LINK › CONNECTION |
| Report received | March 14, 2001 |
| Owner notification | August 30, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with drag link assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective drag links. Owner/distributor notification began august 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3011 or trw customer service at 1-866-280-3287.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V044207
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mack Ch | 1999 |
| Mack Cl | 1999 |
| Mack Cx | 1999 |
| Mack DM6 | 1999 |
| Mack Mr | 1999 |
| Mack RB6 | 1999 |
| Mack RD6 | 1999 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.