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NHTSA Recall 05V112000: Chamber (service brakes)

MACK TRUCKS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 291 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Chn.

291
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2005
owners notified (May 3)
NHTSA campaign05V112000
Manufacturer campaignSC0294
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DISC › CHAMBER
Report receivedMarch 24, 2005
Owner notificationMay 3, 2005
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with air suspension proprietary axles and adjustable lengh torque rods, an interference between the adjustable torque rod and the brake chamber on the left side of the chassis may exist. The spring brake chamber clamp ring could possibly be distorted over time resulting in loss of air, which could lead to the spring brake at the chamber being inadvertently applied.

Safety risk

Braking capability would be diminished, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will repair and replace the adjustable torque rod, with a fixed length torque rod, inspect and repair the brake chamber free of charge. The recall began on may 3, 2005. Owners may contact mack trucks at 610-709-2131.

Notes

Mack trucks recall no. Sc0294.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 05V112000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Chn2004
Mack Cxn2004

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.