Mack Cx 2005
Model Cx made in 2005 by Mack got 1 consumer complain there are 5 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to engine and engine cooling. . Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, seats and vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, fuel system, diesel and fuel system, gasoline.
Model 2005
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 - 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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V392000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 01/01/2002 to 10/31/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 40204 | MFR | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 10/13/2006 | 10/13/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks, a leak in the aset ac fuel injection line may spray fuel on the exhaust gas recirculation pipes that carry hot exhaust gases . | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could potentially result in an engine fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Mack has issued a stop work on this campaign under further notice (2-22-2007). the remedy does not adequately address the issue on all vehicles. mack will re-release the recall in the near future. (please see nhtsa no. 07v159/mack recall no. sco323 for vehicles that have had this repair already performed.) this recall has been superseded (please see 07v401/sc0324). | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack trucks recall no. sc0317.customers can 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. | |||||||||||||||
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V312000 | MACK TRUCKS, INC | from 01/01/2004 to 03/31/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 100 | 08/19/2005 | ODI | MACK TRUCKS, INC | 07/07/2005 | 07/13/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 19, 2005. owners may contact mack trucks at 610-709-2131. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mack trucks recall no.sc0300 and sc301.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
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 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| FSB-851-007 | 09/01/2010 | 10034967 | Mack truck: rear trim panel wear plate, installation. model chassis equipped with high back or mid back seats, the seat back can rub and wear through the rear trim panel. does not apply to chassis equipped with sears brad seats. models c | 02/02/2011 | |
| SEATS - BARRIERS | |||||
| FSB-851-007 | 09/01/2010 | 10034967 | Mack truck: rear trim panel wear plate, installation. model chassis equipped with high back or mid back seats, the seat back can rub and wear through the rear trim panel. does not apply to chassis equipped with sears brad seats. models c | 02/02/2011 | |
| 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 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 09/19/2007 | 263000 | 2 | 09/19/2007 |
| Exhaust manifold bolts coming loose and leaking exhaust gases into the cab of the truck. this is most noticeable when using the heat or ac. problem was fixed in september at mack dealership. in feb it happened again. mechanic states that he has fixed hundreds and that it will probably happen again. *tr | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN | MEMPHIS | TRI STATE MACK |