Safety Recall NHTSA · 86V009000 Reported January 22, 1986

Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring assembly

Mack Trucks, Inc. · Suspension · 11,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
86V009000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
11,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 22, 1986

Defect Summary

The spring eye bolt was not torqued properly and could fail due to the loose fit within the spring eye bushing/hanger bracket. consequence of defect: the spring could fall onto the road surface, without warning to the driver, and a vehicle crash could occur due to the sudden drag of the spring.

Corrective Action

Not available at this time. in the interim the torque of the spring eye bolt will be checked.

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 86V009000 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 86V009000

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

What is recall 86V009000?

NHTSA recall 86V009000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on January 22, 1986. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring assembly. The recall affects approximately 11,000 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 86V009000 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.