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NHTSA Recall 04V309000: Steering

MACK TRUCKS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 219 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Ch.

219
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2004
owners notified (October 1)
NHTSA campaign04V309000
Manufacturer campaignSC0288
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedJune 25, 2004
Owner notificationOctober 1, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain truck chassis, the steering gear mounting bolts were over-torqued at installation. The steering gear is mounted to the vehicle's frame rail with 3 bolts.

Safety risk

Failure of two of the three bolts could result in the loss of steering, which could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash .

Remedy

Dealers will inspect vehicles. New steering gear mounting bolts will be installed. The recall began october 2004. Owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Notes

Mack recall no. Sc0288.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 04V309000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Ch2004
Mack Cx2004

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.