Vehicle recall 05V118000 · March 29, 2005
Mack CV and DM
On certain heavy-duty, class 8 trucks, the lower and upper steering shaft pinch bolts were improperly tightened.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain heavy-duty, class 8 trucks, the lower and upper steering shaft pinch bolts were improperly tightened.
- Consequence
- As a result of this condition, the steering shaft could possibly come loose which could lead to a sudden loss of vehicle control, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the torque at the suspect joints, and correct if necessary free of charge. The recall began on may 5, 2005. Owners may contact mack at 1-610-709-2131.
- Notes
- Mack recall no. SC0295.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V118000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 29, 2005
- Filed by
- MACK TRUCKS, INC
- Manufacturer campaign
- SCO295
- Owner notification
- May 5, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 127
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering
Vehicles covered
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