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1987 Mack CF recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1987 Mack CF. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Mack dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1987 Mack CF recalls, newest first

February 15, 1994NHTSA 94V03200039,777 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary
Fuel injection system reconfiguration to comply with engine emission standards cause higher engine vibration levels which lead to early wear and complete failure of the secondary throttle return mechanism.
Consequence
In the event the primary throttle return fails, failure of the secondary throttle return system would not provide protection against loss of throttle control.
Remedy
A new production secondary throttle return system configuration will be installed.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 1, 1991NHTSA 91V0700003,673 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary
Stresses imposed on the lever during turning maneuvers and/or impact incidents, such as would be caused by curbs or road surface irregularity, reduce the life expectancy of the part. The steering lever may crack and eventually the stresses could cause the steering lever to break.
Consequence
A broken steering lever will cause loss of steeringcontrol without prior warning which may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Replace the defective steering arms.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 27, 1988NHTSA 88V15300019 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels

Summary
Fasteners that hold the rear wheel to the hub and drum assembly may be improperly torqued.
Consequence
An undertorqued fastener will loosen up and can result inwheel separation, loss of control, and an accident.
Remedy
Properly torque rear wheel space fasteners.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 23, 1987NHTSA 87V179000323 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary
Cross steering levers may be improperly heat treated and subject to fail during normal operation.
Consequence
Such failure could cause loss of truck control withoutprior warning and result in a crash.
Remedy
Install new, properly heat treated steering lever.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1987 Mack CF were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Mack CF years

Other 1987 Mack models

Questions

Does the 1987 Mack CF have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, steering, wheels. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1987 Mack CF recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mack dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1987 Mack CF?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.