NHTSA Recall 11V292000: Cables (electrical system)
MACK TRUCKS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 771 vehicles. It affects 2008–2011 Mack Gu.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V292000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC0354 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | May 20, 2011 |
| Owner notification | July 11, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 gu heavy trucks manufactured from september 12, 2007, through april 8, 2011, with a four battery cable design. As a result of the routing and clipping used, the battery cables may come into contact with frame hardware, which, as a result of chafing, may cause the insulation to become worn to a point where a short occurs.
Safety risk
A short can potentially cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will re-route the battery cables and replace the cables if chafing has occurred. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 11, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes
Mack's safety recall no. Sc0354.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 11V292000
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.