2005 Mack CV recalls and problems

The 2005 Mack CV has 4 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mack dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
2 / 2
Injuries / deaths
0 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Mack CV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Mack CV recalls

Recall 09V-240: Power Train

Reported Jun 30, 2009 · 10,300 vehicles affected · MACK TRUCKS, INC

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.

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.

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.

Recall 07V-361: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Aug 15, 2007 · 21,847 vehicles affected · MACK TRUCKS, INC

Problem: On certain trucks equipped with parker single check valves (Scv) provided by bendix. The defect exists in the parker scv that connects with the supply port of the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve. After prolonged use of the parker scv, the valve body retainer may become excessively worn and eventually break apart. Pieces of the parker scv can become lodged inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve, potentially causing either leakage out of the sr-7 valve or preventing air from properly exhausting from the sr-7 valve.

Risk: This condition can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button. These conditions can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway, brake drag, or in the case of loss of primary circuit, inability to modulate the spring brakes.

Fix: Mack is working with bendix to replace the parker single check valve. The recall began on january 9, 2008. Owners may contact bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or mack at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall 06V-319: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Aug 29, 2006 · 108 vehicles affected · MACK TRUCKS, INC

Problem: Certain trucks equipped with a front glad hand option fail to comply with the performance criteria requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.'

Risk: The purpose of this standard is to insure safe braking performance under normal and emergency conditions.

Fix: Dealers will replace the spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on october 16, 2006. Owners may contact mack truck at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall 05V-312: Suspension

Reported Jul 7, 2005 · 100 vehicles affected · MACK TRUCKS, INC

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.

Risk: This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.

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.

2005 Mack CV problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling2
Fuel System, Diesel1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Other Fuel Types › Turbo/Supercharger — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Mack CV complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel System, Diesel · reported Aug 14, 2006
Complaint regarding two accidents involving mack truck cv713 where both flipped onto the passenger side and caught fire. Lawyer writing in on behalf of consumer. The lawyer stated it was his belief that there was a design defect in the turbo charger assembly which allowed oil to escape from the engine and ignite on a hot surface of the engine, possibly the turbo charger or manifold exhaust system. The lawyer also stated he was concerned with the fuel system which was not designed with a safety check valve to prevent the flow of diesel fuel from the tank which possibly accelerated the oil fire.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Aug 14, 2006
Complaint concerning a cv713 mack concrete mixer truck. The truck was involved in a single vehicle accident where the truck came to rest on it's passenger side. Within minutes the vehicle caught on fire. Unfortunately the driver was pinned in the cab and burned to death.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Mack CV have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 Mack CV: 09V-240 (power train), 07V-361 (service brakes, air), 06V-319 (service brakes, air), 05V-312 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mack CV?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel system, diesel (1).

Are Mack recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mack dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.