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NHTSA Recall 03V287000: Steering

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 206 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Mack CV500.

206
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2003
owners notified (October 1)
NHTSA campaign03V287000
Manufacturer campaignSC282
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedAugust 1, 2003
Owner notificationOctober 1, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain chassis, the weld that attaches the ball socket end to the steering boost cylinder housing could crack and fail.

Safety risk

If this condition is present, the right side steering system could become inoperable and could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the boost cylinder mounting bracket. Owner notification began on october 1, 2003. Owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Notes

Mack recall no. Sc282.customers can 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 03V287000

Make and modelModel years
Mack CV5002002, 2003

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.