Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V524000 Reported November 17, 2005

Fuel tank mounting

Mack Trucks, Inc. · Fuel System, Diesel · 4,482 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
05V524000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC0309
Manufacturer
Component
Fuel System, Diesel
Vehicles Affected
4,482
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 17, 2005

Defect Summary

On certain diesel powered heavy duty trucks, the bolts attaching the fuel tank mounting brackets to the frame may have insufficient torque and therefore may result in premature failure of the fuel tank mounting.

Safety Consequence

If the fuel tank falls, there is the potential for the tank to ignite, resulting in personal injury, vehicle and property damage.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank bracket mounting bolts free of charge. the recall began on february 6, 2006. owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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 05V524000 or campaign SC0309.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 05V524000

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

What is recall 05V524000?

NHTSA recall 05V524000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on November 17, 2005. It addresses: Fuel tank mounting. The recall affects approximately 4,482 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Diesel component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V524000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC0309. 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.