Mack Cx 2002
Model Cx made in 2002 by Mack got 7 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and structure. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting and fuel system, diesel.
Model 2002
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V147000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 08/22/2002 to 02/25/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 39 | 05/28/2003 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 04/14/2003 | 04/23/2003 | 571 | 108 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | With the right reflector not being visible, the width of the vehicle is not readily apparent, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install two additional reflectors. owner notification began june 4, 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 1-610-709- | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack recall no. sco279.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V688000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | V (Vehicle) | 34269 | 02/27/2008 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 12/23/2008 | 12/24/2008 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Mack 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 Summary | The 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 Summary | Dealers will replace the headlight switch. the recall began on february 27, 2009. owners may contact mack at 1-800-528-6586. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack 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 . | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V401000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 01/01/2002 to 01/31/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 35649 | 09/11/2007 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 09/05/2007 | 09/05/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks equipped with aset ac model engines, the engine as configured with an external exhaust gas recirculation system makes servicing the fuel injection lines difficult when using traditional tools. therefore, it is possible for fuel leaks to develop when removing and installing the fuel injection lines. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A leak in the fuel injection line may spray fuel on the hot surfaces of the exhaust gas recirculation system, which could result in an engine fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the fuel injection lines free of charge. note: this recall supersedes a previous campaign conducted in 2006 (please see 06v392). the recall began on september 11, 2007, with subsequent mailings every six weeks until april 2008. owners may contact mack at 800-528-6586. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack recall no. sc0324.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. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V015000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 08/01/2002 to 12/31/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 13173 | 02/14/2005 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 01/14/2005 | 01/26/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 diesel trucks equipped with aset ac engines, the location of the fuel inlet hose may result in overheating or abrasion of the hose, which may lead to a premature failure. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the hose fails, fuel can be sprayed on the exhaust manifold, which could potentially lead to an engine compartment fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will repair and replace the fuel inlet hose free of charge. the recall began on february 14, 2005. due to some quality and supply issues with parts to support this safety recall, owners may have been informed during april 2005,that the safety recall was on hold. these issues have now been resolved. for owners who have not had their vehicle(s) repaired, contact a mack parts and service center immediately to schedule an appointment to have your vehicle(s) repaired. owners may contact mack trucks at 610-709-2131. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack trucks recall no. sc0292.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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V321002 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 06/21/2002 to 10/15/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 64 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 11/26/2002 | 12/17/2002 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks equipped with manifold dash valves with push to connect fittings used to control the park brake function on trucks and trailers with air brakes, the park knob can pop out unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. this will exhaust the air from the park brake system on the trailer and apply the parking brakes. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this condition is not noticed, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Haldex has notified its customers to make arrangements to have the valve inspected and, if necessary, replaced free of charge. owner notification is expected to begin during january 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 haldex brake systems at 816-801-2641 or mack at 1-610-709-3337. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also, customers can 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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V218000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 05/31/2002 to 06/12/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 690 | 06/20/2002 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 08/05/2002 | 08/14/2002 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain class 8 chassis equipped with r. h. sheppard m100 steering gears and trw tas65 steering gears, a power steering hose with an incorrect pressure rating was installed by the factory. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The hose, which connects the power steering pump to the steering gear, could burst or leak, which could result in the loss of power steering assist. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the power steering hose. ower notification began june 20, 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 1-610-709-3337. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack recall no. sco278. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V219000 | MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | from 07/24/2002 to 04/24/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 65 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 06/16/2003 | 06/19/2003 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. 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 jost international at 616-846-7700 or by email to recall@jostinternational.com or mack at 610-709-3337. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||||
| FSB-214-024 | 01/01/2011 | 10040051 | Ready | 08/15/2011 | |
| FSB-214-024 | 01/01/2011 | 10040051 | Mack trucks: there is revised mounting hardware for the exhaust manifold and turbocharger. *rm | 08/15/2011 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
| 622026 | 11/08/2004 | 10011600 | Hood-mounted mirror reinforcement plate. mack cx model. *tt | 01/27/2005 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL | |||||
| SP-364-032 | 03/01/2011 | 10040716 | Ready | 09/09/2011 | |
| SP-364-032 | 03/01/2011 | 10040716 | Mack trucks: the instrument cluster is not displaying the proper transmission message.*rm | 09/09/2011 | |