Mack Cx 2001

Model Cx made in 2001 by Mack got 1 investigation there are 5 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, structure and vehicle speed control. The car had one investigation (suspension). There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, service brakes, air and steering.

Model 2001

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
08V688000MACK TRUCKS, INC V (Vehicle)3426902/27/2008MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC12/23/200812/24/2008
Defect SummaryMack is recalling 34,269 my 1999-2005 cx and my 2004-2008 cxn trucks. the headlight switch may prematurely fail resulting in inoperative or intermittent headlights.
Consequence SummaryThe head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. this could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the headlight switch. the recall began on february 27, 2009. owners may contact mack at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesMack recall no. sc0342.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - CONTROLS
01V189004MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 09/19/2000 to 03/30/2001V (Vehicle)826811/16/2001MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC08/01/200108/01/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with certain meritor-wabco brake system two and four port relay valves. the valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
Consequence SummaryWhen the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. the driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace these valves. owner notification began november 16, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3011 or meritor wabco at 800-535-5560.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
02V019000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 09/14/2000 to 12/18/2001V (Vehicle)86903/21/2002MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC01/18/200201/25/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain class 8 heavy duty trucks equipped with r. h. sheppard m90 steering gears, an incorrect hose was used for the high-pressure line between the power steering pump and the steering gear. the hose is rated at 2000 psi, while it should be rated at 3000 psi.
Consequence SummaryThis hose could develop a leak or burst while in service. should the line burst, steering control would still be maintained, but a loss of power assist will be experienced.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the steering hose. owner notification began march 22, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3011.
NotesMack truck recall no. 272. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP
01V389000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 05/19/2001 to 12/12/2001V (Vehicle)750003/22/2002MFRMACK TRUCKS, INC12/21/200101/02/2002
Defect SummaryVehicle description: trucks equipped with e-tech engines. a condition exists on the auxiliary drive shaft of the e-tech engine that causes the loss of power steering on vehicles where the power steering pump is mounted off the front of the engine.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in the loss of power steering.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the nut that holds the gear to the auxiliary drive shaft. owner notification began march 22, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3011.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB
03V201000MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATEDfrom 02/16/2001 to 04/28/2001V (Vehicle)99810/14/2003ODIMACK TRUCKS, INC06/03/200306/05/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain heavytrucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Consequence SummarySeizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace all front axle hubs. owner notification began on oactober 14, 2003. customers will be informed of parts availability by october 3, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610-709-3337.
NotesMack recall no. sc280.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
FSB-214-02401/01/201110040051Ready08/15/2011
FSB-214-02401/01/201110040051Mack trucks: there is revised mounting hardware for the exhaust manifold and turbocharger. *rm08/15/2011
STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD
62202611/08/200410011600Hood-mounted mirror reinforcement plate. mack cx model. *tt01/27/2005
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
SP-364-03203/01/201110040716Ready09/09/2011
SP-364-03203/01/201110040716Mack trucks: the instrument cluster is not displaying the proper transmission message.*rm09/09/2011
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
PI54008/14/2001622248Subject regarding heater blower motor replacement. *tt10/16/2001

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB
PE02094MACK TRUCKS, INC12/11/200205/30/2003INTEGRAL HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY03V201000
 The companies involved in this matter are: skf (hub mfr), arvinmeritor (front axle mfr), and mack (manufacturer of class viiitractor/trucks).skf identified manufacturing defects for specific build dates on front axle hub and bearings (wheel bearings) supplied to arvinmeritor.as a result, arvinmeritor notified mack of axles supplied with possible defective front hub assemblies.as a result of that notification, 998 trucks are being recalled by mack for defective front axle wheel bearings which may fail in such a way that a wheel separation or wheel bearing fire occurs.see attached summary report for additional details.