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NHTSARecalled Jul 3, 2023 · #23V465000

Improperly Tightened Windshield Wiper Arms

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2023-2024 LR garbage trucks. The wiper arm retention nuts may be loose, stripping, and causing the windshield wipers to fail. Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Improperly Tightened Windshield Wiper Arms
  • 2023-2024 LR garbage
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect, tighten the retention nuts, and replace the windshield wiper arms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2023. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0445.

View the official CPSC notice