NHTSA Recall 12V096000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
MACK TRUCKS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 318 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Leu.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V096000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC0360 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Report received | March 8, 2012 |
| Owner notification | April 19, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mack is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 leu and model year 2011-2012 mru vehicles, manufactured from may 14, 2009, through october 31, 2011, and built to operate on compressed natural gas. On these vehicles the alternator ground cable runs directly to the starter, which defeats the circuit protection.
Safety risk
In the event of an electrical short, a vehicle fire may result.
Remedy
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the alternator ground cable to the engine ground stud. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on april 19, 2012. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes
Macks recall number is sc0360.customers may 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 12V096000
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.