Vehicle recall 79V134000 · May 30, 1979
Mack DM, RD and 2 more models
In the involved trucks it is possible the adjustable steering column rear mounting bracket could fail, allowing steering wheel assembly to fall down onto the operator"s lap.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- In the involved trucks it is possible the adjustable steering column rear mounting bracket could fail, allowing steering wheel assembly to fall down onto the operator"s lap.
- Remedy
- Dealer will install an additional bracket in this area to prevent the steering wheel from dislocating in the event of a bracket failure.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering assembly; steering wheel and column.consequences of defect: while steering would remain functional in thiscondition, the element of surprise to operator could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 79V134000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 30, 1979
- Filed by
- MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
- Owner notification
- November 10, 1979
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 64,150
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Vehicles covered
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