2005 MACK CV

4 recalls, 3 complaints - 47 TSBs

09V240000 Jun 30, 2009
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
MACK IS RECALLING 10,300 MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 CL, CV, DM, LE, AND RB AND MODEL YEAR 2004 RD HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 1, 2003 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2004, EQUIPPED WITH AXLE BEAMS MANUFACTURED BY BHARAT FORGE. THE AXLE BEAM MAY HAVE TRANSVERSE SHEAR LINES ON THE BOTTOM OF THE AXLE F... Read more
Consequence
THESE LINES, IF PRESENT, CAN PROMOTE INITIATION OF CRACKS, WHICH OVER TIME MAY POSSIBLY LEAD TO AXLE BEAM FAILURE AND A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR.
Remedy
MACK WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, INSPECT AND REPLACE ANY AFFECTED AXLE BEAMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MACK AT 1-800-866-1177.
10,300 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MACK TRUCKS, INC
07V361000 Aug 15, 2007
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH PARKER SINGLE CHECK VALVES (SCV) PROVIDED BY BENDIX. THE DEFECT EXISTS IN THE PARKER SCV THAT CONNECTS WITH THE SUPPLY PORT OF THE SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE. AFTER PROLONGED USE OF THE PARKER SCV, THE VALVE BODY RETAINER MAY BECOME EXCESSIVELY WORN AND EVE... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A DELAY IN THE APPLICATION OF THE SPRING BRAKES TO PARK THE VEHICLE AFTER THE OPERATOR PULLS THE DASH VALVE BUTTON. THESE CONDITIONS CAN OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING, LEADING TO UNINTENDED VEHICLE ROLLAWAY, BRAKE DRAG, OR IN THE CASE OF LOSS OF PRIMARY CIRCUIT, INABILITY TO MODULA... Read more
Remedy
MACK IS WORKING WITH BENDIX TO REPLACE THE PARKER SINGLE CHECK VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 9, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENDIX AT 1-440-329-9000 OR MACK AT 1-800-528-6586.
21,847 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MACK TRUCKS, INC
06V319000 Aug 29, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT GLAD HAND OPTION FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, 'AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS.'
Consequence
THE PURPOSE OF THIS STANDARD IS TO INSURE SAFE BRAKING PERFORMANCE UNDER NORMAL AND EMERGENCY CONDITIONS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MACK TRUCK AT 1-800-528-6586.
108 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MACK TRUCKS, INC
05V312000 Jul 7, 2005
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
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 TR... Read more
Consequence
THIS WILL CAUSE SPARKS THAT COULD POTENTIALLY IGNITE AND CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy
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.
100 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MACK TRUCKS, INC

Complaint Statistics

3 total complaints 3 crashes 3 fires 1 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER Aug 17, 2006
Incident date: Sep 1, 2005
COMPLAINT CONCERNING A CV713 MACK CONCRETE MIXER TRUCK. THE TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN A SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WHERE THE TRUCK CAME TO REST ON IT'S PASSENGER SIDE. WITHIN MINUTES THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *KB UNFORTUNATELY THE DRIVER WAS PINNED IN THE CAB AND BURNED TO DEATH. *NM
Crash Fire 1 deaths
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Aug 16, 2006
Incident date: Aug 11, 2005
COMPLAINT REGARDING TWO ACCIDENTS INVOLVING MACK TRUCK CV713 WHERE BOTH FLIPPED ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE AND CAUGHT FIRE. *KB LAWYER WRITING IN ON BEHALF OF CONSUMER. THE LAWYER STATED IT WAS HIS BELIEF THAT THERE WAS A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE TURBO CHARGER ASSEMBLY WHICH ALLOWED OIL TO ESCAPE FROM TH... Read more
Crash Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Aug 16, 2006
Incident date: Aug 11, 2005
COMPLAINT REGARDING TWO ACCIDENTS INVOLVING MACK TRUCK CV713 WHERE BOTH FLIPPED ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE AND CAUGHT FIRE. *KB LAWYER WRITING IN ON BEHALF OF CONSUMER. THE LAWYER STATED IT WAS HIS BELIEF THAT THERE WAS A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE TURBO CHARGER ASSEMBLY WHICH ALLOWED OIL TO ESCAPE FROM TH... Read more
Crash Fire

Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 MACK CV

47 manufacturer communications from 35 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING12
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM7
100000 POWER TRAIN5
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL3
020000 SUSPENSION2
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS2
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
M-465-001 202311 Nov 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: Mack Trucks now offer an improved HD Inter-Axle Through Shaft for the CRD 125, 150, 180, and 200 family carriers. The new HD shaft went into production on January 23rd, 2023 for 2.54 - 3.50 axle ratios and April 1st, 2023 for 3.56 - 3.
M728-005A 202308 Aug 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test
KC-614-Ver4 May 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
CBR: eWarranty To UCHP Labor Code ( SCC Code ) Crossover, Conversion Information For Use With Campaigns ( FI, PI ) And Recalls ( EC, SC ), Location On Trucks Dealer Portal ( TDP )
KC-750 Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
US10 Emission Engines - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 1231 FMI 9 Troubleshooting.
KC-745 Jun 22, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) I-Shift / mDRIVE - Ribbon Harness Replacement - Speed Sensor Bolts, Possible Fault Codes P1058 - 21 Or MID 130 PID 161 FMI 1
KC-2112 Jun 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2112 Jun 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2112 Jun 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2143 Jun 21, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP).
KC-2171 May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer
KC-2165 May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2158 May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Muffler Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2131 May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
USE FOR NEW VEHICLES (US21+OBD22 Emissions) - Intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Codes U02A3, U029D, U029E
KC-2116 May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-714 May 25, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC's ) - P020113, P020213, P020313, P020413, P020513, P020613, Cylinders 1 Through 6 Injector A Open Circuit
KC-698 May 24, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mack Chassis - Diesel Exhaust Fluid ( DEF ) System Cleaning/Flush After DEF Pump Failure Or System Contamination
KC-699 May 24, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mack Chassis - Bendix Vendor Configuration Program ( VCP ) Software Download Information
KC-686 May 20, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
(Back Office Only) Mack Chassis - Cruise Control Inoperative After Disabling The Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
KC-686 May 20, 2022
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
(Back Office Only) Mack Chassis - Cruise Control Inoperative After Disabling The Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
KC-663 May 18, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emcon (Spark Assist) Engine Aftertreatment System Troubleshooting Check Sheet - US07 Emissions
KC-653 May 17, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Low Oil Pressure Diagnostic Process For 11 Liter Engines
KC-648 May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mack - PTO Pump Speed Calculator
KC-648 May 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mack - PTO Pump Speed Calculator
KC-2172 May 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
No Start Condition After Over The Air Programing - VECU5 No Start "Safe State"
KC-2172 May 16, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
No Start Condition After Over The Air Programing - VECU5 No Start "Safe State"
KC-2170 May 16, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Electronically Controlled Suspension (ECS) Losing Air Pressure
KC-2169 May 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD), Function Description
KC-2161 May 13, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Pump Cycling periodically Hours After Key Off
KC-627 May 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Premium Tech Tool ( PTT ) Training Materials And Support Tools
KC-626 May 9, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mack Chassis - Vehicles Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission Model F ( AMT-F, mDrive ), Premium Tech Tool ( PTT ) Gearbox Calibration Failure; Gearbox Calibration Operation Stops And Fails At 33% When Run With Transmission Removed
KC-692 Oct 11, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Lighting Control Module ( LCM ) Replacement - Refer To Technical Parts Information ( TPI ) 364 - 034 Control Unit
KC-692 Oct 11, 2021
120100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE
Lighting Control Module ( LCM ) Replacement - Refer To Technical Parts Information ( TPI ) 364 - 034 Control Unit
KC-692 Oct 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Lighting Control Module ( LCM ) Replacement - Refer To Technical Parts Information ( TPI ) 364 - 034 Control Unit
K72614548 Feb 28, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P02FA Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) - US17 (GHG17, Common Rail Fuel System) Chassis ONLY
K04342327 Feb 27, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) - US17 (GHG17, Common Rail Fuel System) Chassis ONLY
K01050303 Feb 27, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0471 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) - US17 (GHG17, Common Rail Fuel System) Chassis ONLY
K58557784 Feb 20, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fuel Injector Offset Learning Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) / Fault Codes Logged In Engine Control Module ( EMS ); Possible Rough / Uneven Idle - OBD15 Chassis
K58557784 Feb 20, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Injector Offset Learning Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) / Fault Codes Logged In Engine Control Module ( EMS ); Possible Rough / Uneven Idle - OBD15 Chassis
FSB-711-006 May 1, 2011
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
MACK TRUCKS: LEFT SIDE FRAME BRACKET MAY CRACK. *RM
FSB-711-006 May 1, 2011
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MACK TRUCKS: LEFT SIDE FRAME BRACKET MAY CRACK. *RM
FSB-214-024 Jan 1, 2011
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
MACK TRUCKS: THERE IS REVISED MOUNTING HARDWARE FOR THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND TURBOCHARGER. *RM
FSB-851-007 Sep 1, 2010
220100 SEATS:BARRIERS
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
FSB-851-007 Sep 1, 2010
220000 SEATS
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
SB-121037 Oct 28, 2008
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
MACK TRUCKS: CRACKS IN LOWER FRAME FLANGE. ON CERTAIN CV AND RD MODEL CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH CONSTANT SECTION FRAME RAILS, CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE LOWER FRAME FLANGE IN THE AREA OF THE STEERING GEAR. *PE
SB-121037 Oct 28, 2008
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
MACK TRUCKS: CRACKS IN LOWER FRAME FLANGE. ON CERTAIN CV AND RD MODEL CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH CONSTANT SECTION FRAME RAILS, CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE LOWER FRAME FLANGE IN THE AREA OF THE STEERING GEAR. *PE
SB-121037 Oct 28, 2008
160000 STRUCTURE
MACK TRUCKS: CRACKS IN LOWER FRAME FLANGE. ON CERTAIN CV AND RD MODEL CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH CONSTANT SECTION FRAME RAILS, CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE LOWER FRAME FLANGE IN THE AREA OF THE STEERING GEAR. *PE
SC-334 Jan 11, 2008
042300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
MACK TRUCK: IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE 90 DEGREE SINGLE CHECK VALVE FITTING MANUFACTURED BY PARKER HANNIFIN CORP. WHICH IS USED IN THE SUPPLY PORT OF THE SPRING BRAKE MODULATING RELAY VALVE (BENDIX SR 7 VALVE) MAY HAVE A DEFECT WHEREB

MACK CV - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MACK CV across all model years (1998, 2008).

46 Total Recalls
5 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
3 Reported Crashes
4 Reported Fires
1 Reported Deaths

MACK CV - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2007 8 0 View
2006 5 0 View
2005 (current) 4 3
2004 6 0 View
2003 5 2 View
2002 3 0 View
2001 6 0 View
2000 3 0 View
1999 2 0 View
1998 1 0 View

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