- The problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Mack MD, 2019-2025 Anthem, Granite, 2024 MD Electric, and 2025 Pinnacle trucks equipped with a passenger bench seat. The seat belt anchorage bracket may be improperly welded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- The risk
- An improperly welded seat belt anchorage bracket can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a reinforcement plate, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0485. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 13, 2025.
Vehicle safety record
2024 Mack MD Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2024 Mack MD with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1). It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in October 2025 for the anchorage. For comparison, the 2023 has 1 and the 2025 has 1.
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FFar more problems than a typical MD year, for its age
#274 most complained-about 2024 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2024 Mack MD problems
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2024 Mack MD 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, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2024-2025 MD and Terrapro vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the vehicle certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove and replace the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2024. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0463.
- The problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2024 MD6 and MD7 vehicles. The park brake light may indicate the incorrect brake status due to an incorrect park brake pressure switch.
- The risk
- The park brake light may indicate that the park brake is applied when it is not, possibly resulting in a vehicle roll away and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pressure switch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2024. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0460.
Do not drive
- The problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2024 MD trucks. The steering wheel attachment bolt may loosen and separate from the steering shaft, causing the steering wheel to detach.
- The risk
- A detached steering wheel can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the steering wheel retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0453.
- The problem
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2024 MD6 and MD7 vehicles. The steering gear fasteners may not be properly tightened.
- The risk
- Loose steering gear fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0449.
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1 complaints about the 2024 Mack MD
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
On October 7, 2026, our commercial truck underwent a vehicle inspection that identified serious concerns involving the air brake system, including air leakage, air pressure loss, and an issue with the air system breather. These defects raise significant safety concerns because improper air pressure in a commercial truck's braking system could compromise braking performance, potentially resulting in loss of braking capability, a serious collision, severe injuries, or fatalities. We have attempted to resolve these...
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issues through Western Truck Center, at West Sacramento an authorized Mack Trucks dealership. Unfortunately, despite our efforts, the problems have not been satisfactorily addressed, and we have been unable to obtain a clear resolution. We are extremely concerned about the potential risk this presents to our drivers and other motorists. A commercial truck operating with a defective air brake system could pose a serious danger on public highways. We are requesting that NHTSA investigate this potential safety defect and determine whether corrective action is necessary to prevent a potentially catastrophic accident.
Mack MD: every year compared
All MD years2024 Mack MD vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Mack MD | 1 | 5 | F | |
| 2024 Mack Anthem (AN) | 5 | 6 | F | 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 2024 Mack MD
Does the 2024 Mack MD have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2024 Mack MD: anchorage (October 2025); labels (May 2024); indicator light (March 2024); critical fasteners (November 2023) and more. 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 2024 Mack MD?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1).
How many complaints has the 2024 Mack MD had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 9, 2026 and the latest on October 9, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2024 Mack MD a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 16 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Mack MD 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.
Which Mack MD years have the most complaints?
2023 (1), 2024 (1), 2025 (1). See every Mack MD year compared.
What should I do if my 2024 Mack MD 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