Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V522000 Reported December 11, 2003

Mack/steer axle

Mack Trucks, Inc. · Steering · 148 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V522000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
148
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 11, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain chassis equipped with dana steering axle assemblies. these axles are built with an integral knuckle and steering arm. the steering arm could have longitudinal cracks.

Safety Consequence

The ball stud could become loose, causing loss of steering control which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the integral knuckle and steer arm and replace if necessary. owner notification began on january 16, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03V522000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V522000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V522000?

NHTSA recall 03V522000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on December 11, 2003. It addresses: Mack/steer axle. The recall affects approximately 148 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V522000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.