Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1985 Mack Midliner in Canada.
THE AXLE MOUNTED SUPPORT BRACKET FOR THE QUICK RELEASE VALVES MAY CRACK RESULTING IN THE VALVES BEING SUPPORTED ONLY BY STEEL AIR LINES. THIS COULD CAUSE FATIGUE FAILURE OF THE STEEL AIR LINES LEADING TO THE REAR PARKING BRAKES AND CHASSIS SERVICE BRAKES. THE SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR TO THE BRAKE CHAMBERS WILL RESULT IN AUTOMATIC ACTUATION OF THE SPRING LOADED REAR PARKING BRAKE AND SUDDEN REAR WHEEL LOCK-UP. THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
A failure of this component (brakes) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Official Transport Canada safety campaigns, Canadian motor vehicle safety compliance standards and live VIN specifications.
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