- The problem
- Mack Trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 GU, LEU, and MRU trucks, manufactured from December 12, 2007, through May 8, 2008 and equipped with a certain focal mounted retarder control box. The control box may lose its electrical ground.
- The risk
- If the control box loses ground, it may have localized overheating. This could lead to a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- All affected vehicles were sold to one customer that has already been notified. An official owner notification letter will be mailed to the one customer in early November 2012. Mack will replace the suspect control box on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact Mack Trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Vehicle safety record
2008 Mack Leu Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2008 Mack Leu have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in October 2012 for the electrical system.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Leu year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2008 Mack Leu 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
- Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 mru and leu heavy trucks manufactured from january 3, 2007, through february 3, 2011. The electrical circuitry in these vehicles may not provide adequate overcurrent protection.
- The risk
- In the event of an electrical overage, the fuse that should prevent the over current from reaching the mirror switch circuit may fail, such that the mirror switch can overheat. An overheated switch could cause a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a relay harness to prevent the mirror switch from overheating. They will also inspect the mirror switch and if signs of overheating are shown, replace that switch. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on june 30, 2011. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
- The problem
- Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 trucks which fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "Air brake systems."
- The risk
- Failure to conform to the requirements increases the application and release time of the service brakes, which could potentially result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will rework the air system free of charge. The safety recall began o january 12, 2010. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain trucks, an incorrect switch may have been used.
- The risk
- This could possibly result in the cruise control not deactivating when the brake pedal is pressed, which may result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the switch and replace it if necessary. The recall began on january 2, 2008. Owners may contact mack on 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain trucks, the daytime running lights (drl) module may contain a suspect metal-oxide-semiconductor field effect transistor (mosfet) that could overheat.
- The risk
- If the transistor overheats, it could possibly result in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the suspect drl module free of charge. The recall began on october 31, 2007. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
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Mack Leu: every year compared
All Leu years2008 Mack Leu vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Mack Leu | 0 | 5 | C | |
| 2008 Mack CL | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 2008 Mack Leu
Does the 2008 Mack Leu have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2008 Mack Leu: electrical system (October 2012); electrical system (April 2011); service brakes, air (October 2009); cruise control (December 2007) 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 2008 Mack Leu had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2008 Mack Leu a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 57 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Mack Leu 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 2008 Mack Leu 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