- The problem
- On certain frame and frameless dump trailers, the 8-inch five stage telescopic cylinder commonly referred to as a "super dump", with use the packing nut on the fourth stage retaining the plunger can loosen, backing off the fourth stage. This condition, if not remedied, can continue until the packing nut backs completely off the stage. If this occurs, there is nothing to retain the fifth stage (plunger) in the assembly.
- The risk
- When the cylinder is extended to its maximum stroke, the fifth stage can separate from the cylinder assembly causing loss of control over the trailer, allowing the trailer to free fall, possibly causing serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Parker hannifin will provide a field modification kit #375 1805 206 to secure the packing nut in position free of charge. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact parker hannifin at 1-888-231-7461 or mac trailer at 330-823-9190.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Mac Trailer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2002 Mac Trailer with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2004 for the mechanical. For comparison, the 2001 has 1 and the 2003 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Trailer year, for its age
#439 most complained-about 2002 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2002 Mac Trailer problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2002 Mac Trailer recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2002 Mac Trailer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mirage 5th wheel. The vehicle was equipped with bct hi-run tires, tire size lt285/75r16. The contact was driving approximately 55 mph and the tires exploded without warning. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for replacement of the tires. The tires were replaced seven times within a four month period, and four of the tires caused a blowout. The contact was unsuccessful in reaching the manufacturer and dealer regarding the defective tires. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 1,000.
Mac Trailer: every year compared
All Trailer yearsQuestions about the 2002 Mac Trailer
Does the 2002 Mac Trailer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Mac Trailer: mechanical (April 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mac Trailer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2002 Mac Trailer had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 19, 2010 and the latest on March 19, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2002 Mac Trailer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Mac Trailer year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mac Trailer years have the most complaints?
2001 (1), 2002 (1). See every Mac Trailer year compared.
What should I do if my 2002 Mac Trailer has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data