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NHTSA Recall 03V420000: Tank assembly (fuel system)

MACK TRUCKS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 179 vehicles. It affects 2003 Mack Cv.

179
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2004
owners notified (January 1)
NHTSA campaign03V420000
Manufacturer campaignSC0284
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY
Report receivedOctober 27, 2003
Owner notificationJanuary 1, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain chassis equipped with defiance metal fuel tank support bracket assemblies, the fuel tank bracket was not welded per specification. This can cause the fuel tank to separate from the chassis during assembly operation.

Safety risk

If the fuel tank separates from the vechile, there is a risk the tank may rupture causing fuel to leak on the ground which could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair. Owner notification began january 1, 2004. 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 1-610-709-3337.

Notes

Mack truck recall no. Sc0284. Also, customers can 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 03V420000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Cv2003

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.