- The problem
- Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 mr and le heavy trucks, manufactured from february 1, 2002, through december 22, 2004. Over time, the vehicles load may result in fatigue cracks of the front axle beam. These cracks can propagate and result in complete fracture of the axle beam.
- The risk
- If complete fracture occurs, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- This recall relates to previous recalls 09v-240 and 10v-069. Analysis of these recalls has shown that after the receiving the remedies, the axles may still crack. As such, mack trucks will replace the affected axles on any mr and le models configured as front-loader or side-loader refuse trucks. Axles on all other mr and le models will receive a mag-particle inspection and mack will replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began iin july 2012. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-866-1177.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Mack MR Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2005 Mack MR have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in January 2012 for the front.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical MR year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2005 Mack MR recalls 4
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 is recalling 10,300 model year 2004 and 2005 cl, cv, dm, le, and rb and model year 2004 rd heavy trucks manufactured from october 1, 2003 through september 30, 2004, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. The axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.
- The risk
- These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.
- The fix
- Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began on august 14, 2009. Owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177.
- The problem
- On certain diesel powered heavy duty trucks, the bolts attaching the fuel tank mounting brackets to the frame may have insufficient torque and therefore may result in premature failure of the fuel tank mounting.
- The risk
- If the fuel tank falls, there is the potential for the tank to ignite, resulting in personal injury, vehicle and property damage.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank bracket mounting bolts free of charge. The recall began on february 6, 2006. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. If a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
- The risk
- This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. The recall began on august 19, 2005. Owners may contact mack trucks at 610-709-2131.
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Mack MR: every year compared
All MR years2005 Mack MR vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Mack MR | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 2005 Mack CV | 2 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Mack CX | 1 | 5 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2005 Mack MR
Does the 2005 Mack MR have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 Mack MR: front (January 2012); axle assembly (June 2009); tank assembly (November 2005); suspension (July 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 2005 Mack MR had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2005 Mack MR a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 33 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Mack MR 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 2005 Mack MR 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