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NHTSA Recall 21V293000: Steering

Mack Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 272 vehicles. It affects 2019–2020 Mack Lr.

272
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (May 12)
NHTSA campaign21V293000
Manufacturer campaignSC0424
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedApril 26, 2021
Owner notificationMay 12, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019-2020 LR vehicles. The steering transfer case may have an insufficient amount of oil.

Safety risk

The internal bearings may fail without sufficient lubrication, causing steering lock-up and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. Owner notifications letters were mailed on May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0424.

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 21V293000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Lr2019, 2020

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.