Vehicle recall 09V240000 · June 30, 2009

Mack CL, CV and 5 more models

The axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Mack is recalling 10,300 model year 2004 and 2005 cl, cv, dm, le, and rb and model year 2004 rd heavy trucks manufactured from October 1, 2003 through September 30, 2004, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. The axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.
Consequence: These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.
Remedy: Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began on August 14, 2009. Owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177.
Notes: Mack's recall campaign no. SC0341.OWNERS 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: 09V240000
Reported to NHTSA: June 30, 2009
Filed by: MACK TRUCKS, INC
Manufacturer campaign: SC0341
Owner notification: August 14, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected: 10,300
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Power train › Axle assembly

Recall 09V240000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Mack CL (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
Mack CV (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
Mack DM (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
Mack LE (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
Mack MR (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
Mack RB (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
Mack RD (2004): 2004

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