- The problem
- Fuel injection system reconfiguration to comply with engine emission standards cause higher engine vibration levels which lead to early wear and complete failure of the secondary throttle return mechanism.
- The risk
- In the event the primary throttle return fails, failure of the secondary throttle return system would not provide protection against loss of throttle control.
- The fix
- A new production secondary throttle return system configuration will be installed.
Vehicle safety record
1988 Mack CF Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1988 Mack CF have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in February 1994 for the vehicle speed control.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical CF year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1988 Mack CF recalls 5
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
- The problem
- Incorrect manufacture of the hydroboost cylinder allows the ball socket clamp to contact right side steering lever on an extreme left turn and cause flexing of the cylinder rod .
- The risk
- This flexing can cause seal failure or cylinder failureof the hydroboost unit and result in loss of steering control and result in avehicle accident.
- The fix
- REPLACE INCORRECTLY BUILT BOOST CYLINDERS.
- The problem
- Stresses imposed on the lever during turning maneuvers and/or impact incidents, such as would be caused by curbs or road surface irregularity, reduce the life expectancy of the part. The steering lever may crack and eventually the stresses could cause the steering lever to break.
- The risk
- A broken steering lever will cause loss of steeringcontrol without prior warning which may result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING ARMS.
- The problem
- Welding deficiencies can cause two-piece steering gear mounting bracket to progressively separate.
- The risk
- This could result in loss of steering control, withoutprior warning, and a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Replace steering gear mounting brackets with properly welded brackets.
- The problem
- Air piping is installed in a way that could cause front brake hoses to rub against the brake chamber.
- The risk
- This could eventually result in brake hose failure. Increasing the stopping distance, which could result in an accident.
- The fix
- Repair in a manner to prevent front brake hose from rubbing against the brake chamber.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Mack CF: every year compared
All CF years1988 Mack CF vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 Mack CF | 0 | 5 | D | |
| 1988 Mack Mack | 4 | 2 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 1988 Mack CF
Does the 1988 Mack CF have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 1988 Mack CF: vehicle speed control (February 1994); hydraulic power assist system (May 1991); linkages (May 1991); gear box (other than rack and pinion) (June 1990) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1988 Mack CF had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1988 Mack CF a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Mack CF 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.
What should I do if my 1988 Mack CF 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