Mack · United States · High
Mack Titan (Td), Pinnacle (Chu) +5 more: Power train — driveshaft
Affects Mack Titan (Td), Pinnacle (Chu), Terrapro (Leu), Pinnacle (Cxu), Granite (Gu), Terrapro (Mru), LR · 2012–2016 — about 34K vehicles.
The hazard
If he cap nut loosens and falls off, the yoke can separate from the axle input shaft and allow the drive shaft to disconnect, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cap nut. The input shaft threads will be inspected for damage. Any damaged input shaft will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on April 25, 2016. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-610-709-2131. Mack's recall campaign number for this recall is SC0399.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational