Does the 1999 Mack CX have any recalls?

7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, suspension, steering, vehicle speed control. 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 1999 Mack CX 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 1999 Mack CX?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1999 Mack CX recalls

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

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

For the 1999 Mack CX. 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.

Has your Mack been repaired?

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.

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1999 Mack CX recalls, newest first

December 23, 2008NHTSA 08V68800034,269 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlight switch. The recall began on February 27, 2009. Owners may contact mack at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 3, 2003NHTSA 03V201000998 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Hub

Summary: On certain heavytrucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's FF98X series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Consequence: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Owner notification began on oactober 14, 2003. Customers will be informed of parts availability by October 3, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610-709-3337.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 15, 2002NHTSA 02V0370062,050 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary: On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with TRW model 20EDL ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Consequence: If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign will supersede NHTSA recall nos. 01V-140-005 (mack SC0270) and 00V-246-103 (mack SC0262). Owner notification began December 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 610-709-3337.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 14, 2001NHTSA 01V0442074,247 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

Summary: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with drag link assemblies containing 24-DL model ball sockets and manufactured by TRW. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Consequence: If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the defective drag links. Owner/distributor notification began August 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3011 or TRW customer service at 1-866-280-3287.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 4, 2000NHTSA 00V2461036,244 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with TRW tie rod ends on certain meritor axles. The tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness.
Consequence: This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace all affected tie rods and drag links with different designed ends.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 4, 2000NHTSA 00V23000345,866 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

Summary: Vehicle description: class 8 trucks equipped with felsted electronic accelerator pedals. The return springs can break on the accelerator pedals that are equipped with stainless steel or electroplated wire return springs.
Consequence: This condition could cause the pedal to go to full throttle if both return springs break, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 31, 2000NHTSA 00V024000709 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Headlights

Summary: Vehicle description: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the headlamp assemblies have the bulb identification for the low and high beam reversed on the front lens.
Consequence: The headlight assemblies do not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a correct label, along with installation instructions.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1999 Mack CX were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1999 Mack CX have any recalls?: 7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, suspension, steering, vehicle speed control. 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 1999 Mack CX 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 1999 Mack CX?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.