Leaking brake pressure may lead to wheel end fire
Defect Summary
Mack trucks, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 cxu trucks manufactured november 23, 2010, through march 19, 2012. these vehicles are equipped with an mgm type 24 j-series piston parking brake chamber. in the affected axles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
Safety Consequence
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Mack trucks will notify owners and the brake chambers will be replaced as needed, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, june 17, 2013. owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177. mack truck's campaign recall number is sc0369.
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Other recalls from Mack Trucks, Inc. or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 13V153000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V153000?
NHTSA recall 13V153000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on April 22, 2013. It addresses: Leaking brake pressure may lead to wheel end fire. The recall affects approximately 331 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V153000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC0369. 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.