Fracture suspension beam/holland
Defect Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
Safety Consequence
This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 19, 2005. owners may contact mack trucks at 610-709-2131.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mack Trucks, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 05V312000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V312000?
NHTSA recall 05V312000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on July 7, 2005. It addresses: Fracture suspension beam/holland. The recall affects approximately 100 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V312000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC0300 AND SC301. 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.