2018 Mack Pinnacle (CXU) recalls and problems
The 2018 Mack Pinnacle (CXU) has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Mack dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Mack Pinnacle (CXU) vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Mack Pinnacle (CXU) recalls
Recall 21V-233: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Anthem (AN), Granite (GR/GU), and Pinnacle (CHU/CXU/PI) vehicles equipped with "camelback" rear suspension and electronic stability control. The vehicles may not stay in their lane at certain speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk: A vehicle that drifts out of its lane increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control units, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2021. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0423.
Recall 19V-047: Power Train
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2018 Anthem (AN) and Pinnacle (CXU) vehicles, equipped with an automated manual transmission. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mack has notified owners, and dealers will update the software or replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0415.
Recall 18V-152: Interior Lighting, Visibility, Exterior Lighting, Electrical System
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2018 Anthem (AN), Granite (GU), and Pinnacle (CXU, PI) trucks. An electrical overload condition may cause the light control module (LCM) to fail, resulting in the loss of the exterior lighting, interior dashboard lighting, and the windshield wipers.
Risk: Loss of lighting or windshield wiper function can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will replace and reprogram the LCM, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2018. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0409.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Mack Pinnacle (CXU) have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Mack Pinnacle (CXU): 21V-233 (electronic stability control (esc)), 19V-047 (power train), 18V-152 (interior lighting, visibility, exterior lighting, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.