NHTSA Recall 02V037006: Tie rod assembly (steering)
MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,050 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mack Ch.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V037006 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC0276 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 15, 2002 |
| Owner notification | December 27, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign will supersede NHTSA recall nos. 01v-140-005 (mack sc0270) and 00v-246-103 (mack sc0262). Owner notification began december 27, 2002. 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 610-709-3337.
Notes
Mack truck recall no. Sco276.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 02V037006
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.