Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V164000 Reported July 9, 1979

Steering:column coupling

Q: What is recall 79V164000?

NHTSA recall 79V164000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on July 9, 1979. It addresses: Steering:column coupling. The recall affects approximately 4,640 vehicles , with the defect involving the Steering component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Mack Trucks, Inc. · Steering · 4,640 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

79V164000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Mack Trucks, Inc.

Component

Steering

Vehicles Affected

4,640

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

July 9, 1979

Defect Summary

The flange head pinch bolts used in the yokes of the steering shaft assemblies may have been overstressed due to the bolts not being tightened to specifications. As a result, the pinch bolts could break while in service.

Corrective Action

Flange head pinch bolts will be replaced with standard grade 8 fasteners without charge to owner.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 79V164000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 79V164000

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

What is recall 79V164000?

NHTSA recall 79V164000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on July 9, 1979. It addresses: Steering:column coupling. The recall affects approximately 4,640 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 79V164000 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.