Safety Recall NHTSA · 84V036000 Reported March 23, 1984

Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring assembly

Mack Trucks, Inc. · Suspension · 3,421 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
84V036000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
3,421
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 23, 1984

Defect Summary

Spring seat can deform, which causes a decrease in the clamping force in the suspension assembly. Loss of clamping force may bring about axle misalignment or axle housing failure.

Corrective Action

The axle housing will be inspected and replaced, if necessary. The spring seats will also be replaced.

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 84V036000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 84V036000

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

What is recall 84V036000?

NHTSA recall 84V036000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on March 23, 1984. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring assembly. The recall affects approximately 3,421 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 84V036000 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.