- The problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019-2020 LR vehicles. The steering transfer case may have an insufficient amount of oil.
- The risk
- The internal bearings may fail without sufficient lubrication, causing steering lock-up and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. Owner notifications letters were mailed on May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0424.
Vehicle safety record
2019 Mack LR Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2019 Mack LR with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in April 2021 for the steering. For comparison, the 2018 has 0 and the 2020 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical LR year, for its age
#368 most complained-about 2019 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2019 Mack LR problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2019 Mack LR 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
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019 Mack Granite (GR), LR, and TerraPro (TE) trucks, equipped with Bridgestone M854 tires with DOT date codes 2418-2518, Bridgestone M860A tires with DOT date code 2518 or Bridgestone M864 tires with DOT date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65R22.5. The sidewall steel body cords may be exposed, possibly causing unexpected, rapid air loss while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires - Other than Passenger Cars."
- The risk
- Rapid tire air loss can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Mack will notify owners, instructing them to take their vehicles to Bridgestone Tire or Mack truck service centers for inspection and replacement, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0412.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2019 Mack LR
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The contact owns a 2019 Mack LR64. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the secondary fuel filter detached, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was repaired. The fuel filter was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,797.
Mack LR: every year compared
All LR years2019 Mack LR vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Mack LR | 1 | 2 | D | |
| 2019 Mack Granite (GR) | 2 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 2019 Mack Anthem (AN) | 1 | 6 | C | 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 2019 Mack LR
Does the 2019 Mack LR have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Mack LR: steering (April 2021); tires (November 2018). 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 2019 Mack LR?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2019 Mack LR had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 24, 2023 and the latest on July 24, 2023. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2019 Mack LR a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 31 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Mack LR 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 2019 Mack LR 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