- The problem
- Improper steering clamp bolts and torque applied during installation. The bolt could fail, allowing the steering yoke to become loose.
- The fix
- Inspection and, if necessary, installation of proper steering shaft clamp bolts tightened to specifications.
Vehicle safety record
1984 Mack WS Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1984 Mack WS have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 1984 for the steering wheel / handle bar.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical WS year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1984 Mack WS recalls 1
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
What owners say
Be the first WS owner to share.
Problems or none - your experience is exactly what the next buyer is looking for. Write it now
No complaints about the 1984 Mack WS 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 WS: every year compared
All WS years1984 Mack WS vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 Mack WS | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 1984 Mack R Series | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1984 Mack Mack | 1 | 5 | 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 1984 Mack WS
Does the 1984 Mack WS have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1984 Mack WS: steering wheel / handle bar (March 1984). 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 1984 Mack WS had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1984 Mack WS a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 91 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Mack WS 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 1984 Mack WS 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