The defect
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2024 MD vehicles. An incorrectly assembled high voltage connector could prevent the mechanical connector lock from properly engaging, allowing the high voltage cable to loosen.
The risk
A loose high voltage cable can cause a sudden loss of steering and drive power, increasing the risk of crash.
The remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the mechanical connector lock as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2024. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0467.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by MFR
Vehicles covered
| Model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mack MD (electric) | 2024 |
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES:FASTENER/CONNECTOR
Model years in this recall
NHTSA complaints and the number of recall campaigns for each model year this recall covers.
| Model | Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mack MD (electric) | 2024 | 0 | 4 |
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178 of the 950 recall campaigns reported to NHTSA in 2024 concerned the electrical system; Mack Trucks, Inc. filed 118 campaigns in all.
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NHTSA recalls (public domain) · all recalls of 2024