Mack Titan recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 16, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mack Trucks, Inc. recalls 2016–2017 Mack Titan (TD)

Recall number

16V156000

Brand / firm

Mack

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 75 units

Why it was recalled

Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.

What was recalled

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Titan vehicles manufactured from February 25, 2015, through February 12, 2016. The bolt connecting the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may not properly secure the upper steering shaft, which can lead to separation of the steering shaft.

What to do

Mack strongly recommends that the affected vehicles not be driven until the interim remedy is applied. An interim notice was sent to Mack owners on March 21, 2016, and an interim repair is available now. A second notice was mailed on May 12, 2016. The final remedy is now available. Both remedies will be free of charge. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-877-800-4945 opt #1. Mack's number for this recall is SC0401.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.