Recall 14V-545: 2014–2015 Mack CHU, 2013–2015 Mack Pinnacle (CXU)

Mack Trucks, Inc. recall for forward collision avoidance, reported to NHTSA on Sep 9, 2014, covering about 538 vehicles.

NHTSA number
14V-545
Report date
Sep 9, 2014
Vehicles affected
538
Owners notified
Sep 30, 2014

The problem

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 CXU and 2014-2015 CHU trucks manufactured August 23, 2012, through June 27, 2014, and equipped with adaptive cruise control. Due to a software error, the affected vehicles may not provide visual or audible alerts to the driver warning them that an obstruction in the road was detected.

The risk

If the driver is not warned of something being in the truck's path, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0381.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMack Trucks, Inc.
ComponentForward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number14V545000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack CHU2014, 2015All years
Mack Pinnacle (CXU)2013, 2014, 2015All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V-545?

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 CXU and 2014-2015 CHU trucks manufactured August 23, 2012, through June 27, 2014, and equipped with adaptive cruise control. Due to a software error, the affected vehicles may not provide visual or audible alerts to the driver warning them that an obstruction in the road was detected.

How is recall 14V-545 fixed?

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0381.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.