Safety Recall NHTSA · 07V053000 Reported February 15, 2007

Suspension/chalmers

Mack Trucks, Inc. · N/A · 86 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
07V053000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC0318
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
86
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 15, 2007

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with a 46k pound chalmers rear suspension, the adjustable torque rods used on the suspension may be brittle.

Safety Consequence

This may lead to a premature failure of the rod, which may result in a loss of control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and repair the rods as required free of charge. the recall began on march 14, 2007. 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 07V053000 or campaign SC0318.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 07V053000

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

What is recall 07V053000?

NHTSA recall 07V053000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on February 15, 2007. It addresses: Suspension/chalmers. The recall affects approximately 86 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 07V053000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC0318. 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.