TSB: MACK MACK (1955–2001)

Bulletin KC-7 — October 15, 2021

Bulletin Details

Bulletin IDKC-7
ManufacturerMACK
ModelsMACK
Model Years1955–2001
Date IssuedOctober 15, 2021
Date Added to NHTSANovember 5, 2021
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicles Affected48 combinations

What is a TSB?

A Technical Service Bulletin is a document issued by the vehicle manufacturer to inform dealership technicians about a known issue and the recommended repair procedure. TSBs are not mandatory recalls — they serve as repair guidance for common problems.

If your vehicle has this issue, bring this bulletin ID to your dealer. If under warranty, the repair should be covered at no cost.

Summary

Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Replacement (EMS, VECU, TECU, LCM) - Programming (Conversion Kit) Requirements When Installing An ECU With A Newer Part Number - US04 To US10 Chassis (9-Pin Diagnostic Connector)

Affected Vehicles

MakeModelYearComponent
MACK MACK 2001 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1999 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1998 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1997 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1996 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1995 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1994 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1993 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1992 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1991 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1990 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1989 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1988 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1987 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1986 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1985 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1984 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1983 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1982 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1981 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1980 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1979 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1978 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1977 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1976 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1975 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1974 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1973 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1972 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1971 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1970 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1969 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1968 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1967 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1966 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1965 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1964 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1963 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1962 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1961 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1960 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1959 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1958 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1957 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1956 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 1955 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MACK MACK 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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What Should You Do?

If your vehicle is affected by this TSB, contact your authorized MACK dealer. Bring this bulletin ID (KC-7) when you visit. If under warranty, the repair should be free. If your warranty has expired, ask about goodwill coverage — manufacturers sometimes cover TSB-related repairs beyond the warranty period.

Frequently Asked Questions

A recall is a mandatory safety fix — the manufacturer must repair every affected vehicle for free. A TSB is an advisory document that describes a known issue and the recommended fix, but repairs are not required. However, some TSBs eventually lead to recalls if the issue poses a safety risk. TSBs are generally issued for quality or performance problems, while recalls address safety defects.

If your vehicle is still under the manufacturer's warranty, TSB-related repairs are typically covered at no cost. If your warranty has expired, you can ask the dealer about goodwill or customer assistance programs. Many manufacturers will cover or partially cover repairs for well-known issues, especially if the TSB was issued recently or affects a large number of vehicles.

Check the make, model, and model year listed above against your vehicle. If they match, this bulletin likely applies. However, TSBs may only affect vehicles with specific production dates, VIN ranges, or configurations. Your dealer can confirm by entering your VIN into their service system, which will show all applicable TSBs and recalls.

This data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Manufacturers are required to submit copies of all communications (including TSBs) sent to their dealers to NHTSA. The agency makes this data publicly available as part of its vehicle safety monitoring program.