Mack Granite recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 18, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mack Trucks, Inc. recalls 2011–2016 Mack Granite (GU)

Recall number

15V528000

Brand / firm

Mack

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 84 units

Why it was recalled

If the air brake system reservoir has as insufficient volume, braking performance may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Granite (GU) trucks manufactured September 24, 2011, to July 1, 2015. The affected trucks may be equipped with an air brake system reservoir that does not have a sufficient volume. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will add additional air brake reservoir volume, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0394.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.