Vehicle recall 02V019000 · January 18, 2002
Mack CH and CX
On certain class 8 heavy duty trucks equipped with r. H. Sheppard M90 steering gears, an incorrect hose was used for the high-pressure line between the power steering pump and…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain class 8 heavy duty trucks equipped with r. H. Sheppard M90 steering gears, an incorrect hose was used for the high-pressure line between the power steering pump and the steering gear. The hose is rated at 2000 PSI, while it should be rated at 3000 PSI.
- Consequence
- This hose could develop a leak or burst while in service. Should the line burst, steering control would still be maintained, but a loss of power assist will be experienced.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering hose. Owner notification began March 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3011.
- Notes
- Mack truck recall no. 272. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 02V019000
- Reported to NHTSA
- January 18, 2002
- Filed by
- MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
- Manufacturer campaign
- SCO272
- Owner notification
- March 21, 2002
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 869
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
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