- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.
- The risk
- There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver Could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on january 28, 2008. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Vehicle safety record
2006 Mack CT Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2006 Mack CT have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2007 for the fifth wheel assembly.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical CT year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2006 Mack CT recalls 3
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
- Certain trucks equipped with haulmax rear suspensions fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "Air brake systems." It does not meet the required stopping distance as specified in the regulation.
- The risk
- The vehicle could experience reduced braking performance as a result. If this warning is not heeded, a vehicle crash could occur.
- The fix
- Dealers will relocate the antilock braking system (abs) sensor from the rear drive axle to the front drive axle free of charge. The recall began on june 15, 2007. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles built with sheppard model m100 steering gear, the steering gear mounting pads, which attach the steering gear to the frame rail, may fail.
- The risk
- The steering gear could loosen leading to a sudden loss of steering, which could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the steering gears. The recall began on may 6, 2005. Owners may contact mack at 1-610-709-2131.
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Mack CT: every year compared
All CT years2006 Mack CT vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Mack CT | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 2006 Mack DM | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2006 Mack CT
Does the 2006 Mack CT have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 Mack CT: fifth wheel assembly (October 2007); service brakes, air (February 2007); steering (April 2005). 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 2006 Mack CT had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2006 Mack CT a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Mack CT 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 2006 Mack CT 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