NHTSA Recall 11V209000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
MACK TRUCKS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 808 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mack Chu.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V209000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC0351 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 31, 2011 |
| Owner notification | May 30, 2011 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 chu and cxu heavy trucks manufactured from january 2008 through july 2010. There may be an interference with the bolts used to secure the fifth wheel to the frame that can prevent the bolts from being torqued to specification.
Safety risk
The bolts may fail and could result in the fifth wheel coming loose causing the trailer to separate from the tractor increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the bolts as required free of charge. The safety recall began on may 30, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes
Mack trucks recall no. Sc0351.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V209000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mack Chu | 2009, 2010 |
| Mack Cxu | 2009, 2010 |
| Mack Pinnacle (chu) | 2011 |
| Mack Pinnacle (cxu) | 2011 |
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.