Mack Cx 2005

• Recall 87605 [USA]: The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. this could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
  Mack is recalling 34,269 my 1999-2005 cx and my 2004-2008 cxn trucks. The headlight switch may prematurely fail resulting in inoperative or intermittent headlights.
  dealers will replace the headlight switch. The recall began on february 27, 2009. Owners may contact mack at 1-800-528-6586.
  mack recall no. SC0342.Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .

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• Recall 72749 [USA]: A leak in the fuel injection line may spray fuel on the hot surfaces of the exhaust gas recirculation system, which could result in an engine fire.
  On certain trucks equipped with aset ac model engines, the engine as configured with an external exhaust gas recirculation system makes servicing the fuel injection lines difficult when using traditional tools. Therefore, it is possible for fuel leaks to develop when removing and installing the fuel injection lines.
  dealers will replace the fuel injection lines free of charge. Note: this recall supersedes a previous campaign conducted in 2006 (please see 06v392). The recall began on september 11, 2007, with subsequent mailings every six weeks until april 2008. Owners may contact mack at 800-528-6586.
  mack recall no. SC0324.Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 37520 [USA]: This could potentially result in an engine fire.
  On certain trucks, a leak in the aset ac fuel injection line may spray fuel on the exhaust gas recirculation pipes that carry hot exhaust gases .
  mack has issued a stop work on this campaign under further notice (2-22-2007). The remedy does not adequately address the issue on all vehicles. Mack will re-release the recall in the near future. (please see nhtsa no. 07v159/mack recall no. Sco323 for vehicles that have had this repair already performed.) this recall has been superseded (please see 07v401/sC0324).
  mack trucks recall no. SC0317.Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?S vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 62140 [USA]: This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
  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.
  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.
  mack trucks recall no.SC0300 and sc301.Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 55189 [USA]: If the hose fails, fuel can be sprayed on the exhaust manifold, which could potentially lead to an engine compartment fire.
  On certain heavy duty class 8 diesel trucks equipped with aset ac engines, the location of the fuel inlet hose may result in overheating or abrasion of the hose, which may lead to a premature failure.
  dealers will repair and replace the fuel inlet hose free of charge. The recall began on february 14, 2005. Due to some quality and supply issues with parts to support this safety recall, owners may have been informed during april 2005,that the safety recall was on hold. These issues have now been resolved. For owners who have not had their vehicle(s) repaired, contact a mack parts and service center immediately to schedule an appointment to have your vehicle(s) repaired. Owners may contact mack trucks at 610-709-2131.
  mack trucks recall no. SC0292.Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 2008456 [Canada]: Lights and instruments
  On certain vehicles, the headlamp switch may fail causing complete or intermittent loss of headlamp function. Should this occur during hours of darkness, it could result in a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: dealers will replace the headlamp switch.

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• Recall 2007278 [Canada]: Brakes
  On certain trucks, the engine configuration makes servicing fuel injection lines difficult when using traditional tools. It is possible for fuel leaks to develop following recall campaign 2006258 (mack sC0317) or when line removal is required to gain access to other engine components. Underhood fuel leakage could result in a vehicle fire. Correction: dealers will install an updated fuel injection line that offers better clamping surface when torqued. This will be done using specially designed tools to ensure correct torque is applied.

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• Recall 2006258 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  On certain trucks, a leak in the fuel injection line may spray fuel on the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) pipes. The hot egr pipes could ignite the fuel, causing an underhood fire. Correction: dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the fuel injection lines. A protective sleeve will be installed over the lines. Note: recall cancelled, see tc 2007102

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• Recall 2005200 [Canada]: Suspension
  On certain vehicles, the rear suspension transverse beam castings were not made to specifications. If a casting were to break when the vehicle is in motion, parts could become projectiles with potential to cause property damage, personal injury or death. Also, the transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface causing sparks that could ignite a fire. Correction: dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transverse beams.

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To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

Exhaust manifold bolts coming loose and leaking exhaust gases into the cab of the truck. This is most noticeable when using the heat or ac. Problem was "fixed" in september at mack dealership. In feb it happened again. Mechanic states that he has fixed hundreds and that it will probably happen again. *tr

Common OBD-II Error Codes

• C0342 [1] ABS / TCS brake switch - low input signal
• C0324 [2] C0324
• C0317 [2] Magnet / TCS # 2 meter left front - low input signal
• C0300 [1] Magnet / TCS meter # 1 right front - failure
• C0292 [1] C0292
• P1058 [1] P1058
• U029D [1] Lost Communication With NOX Sensor "A"
• U029E [1] Lost Communication With NOX Sensor "B"
• U02A3 [1] U02A3
• P0201 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 1
• P0202 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 2
• P0203 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 3
• P0204 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 4
• P0205 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 5
• P0206 [1] Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinder 6
• P02FA [1] Diesel Intake Air Flow Position Sensor Minimum/Maximum Stop Performance
• P0471 [1] Exhaust Pressure Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
• P0420 [1] Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)