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NHTSA Recall 14V737000: Tie rod assembly (steering)

Mack Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,048 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Chu.

1,048
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2015
owners notified (January 20)
NHTSA campaign14V737000
Manufacturer campaignSC0385
ComponentSTEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Report receivedNovember 18, 2014
Owner notificationJanuary 20, 2015
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2015 CHU and CXU trucks manufactured from March 31, 2014, through June 26, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the collars that prevent the ball sockets from backing out of the tie rod may have been incorrectly positioned. This may allow the ball sockets to come loose.

Safety risk

If the ball sockets come loose from the tie rod, a complete loss of steering may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-position the collar if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2015. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is SC0385.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 14V737000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Chu2015
Mack Pinnacle (cxu)2015

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.