NHTSA Recall 16V098000: Steering
Mack Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,187 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Granite (gu).
| NHTSA campaign | 16V098000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC0400 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | February 19, 2016 |
| Owner notification | April 1, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Granite (GU) and TerraPro (MRU) trucks manufactured from November 9, 2015, through January 19, 2016. The affected trucks may be missing a roll pin to secure the upper steering yoke to the steering shaft.
Safety risk
If the roll pin is missing, the steering shaft may disconnect from the yoke, resulting in a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the steering shaft if the roll pin is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-610-709-2131. Mack's recall campaign number for this recall is SC0400.
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 16V098000
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.