- The problem
- On certain heavytrucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
- The risk
- Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Owner notification began on oactober 14, 2003. Customers will be informed of parts availability by october 3, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610-709-3337.
Vehicle safety record
1998 Mack CX Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1998 Mack CX have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 2003 for the hub.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical CX year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1998 Mack CX recalls 2
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
- Vehicle description: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." The headlamp assemblies have the bulb identification for the low and high beam reversed on the front lens.
- The risk
- The headlight assemblies do not meet the requirements of the standard.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with a correct label, along with installation instructions.
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No complaints about the 1998 Mack CX yet
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 CX: every year compared
All CX years1998 Mack CX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Mack CX | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 1998 Mack Mack | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1998 Mack CL | 1 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Mack CH613 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1998 Mack CX
Does the 1998 Mack CX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1998 Mack CX: hub (June 2003); headlights (January 2000). 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 1998 Mack CX had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1998 Mack CX a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 81 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Mack CX 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 1998 Mack CX 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