Does the 1983 Mack MH have any recalls?

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seat belts, structure, service brakes, air, trailer hitches, steering. 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 1983 Mack MH 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 1983 Mack MH?

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

1983 Mack MH recalls

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

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

For the 1983 Mack MH. 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.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

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.

1983 Mack MH recalls, newest first

September 6, 1988NHTSA 88V14700011,000 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts

Summary: Seat tether belts may not have been adjusted during assembly.
Consequence: During an impact, driver and/or rider can move forwardand possibly strike the windshield, even when wearing a seat belt.
Remedy: Adjust seat tether belt if necessary.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 17, 1986NHTSA 86V0080007,000 vehicles potentially affected

Structure

Summary: Left or right cab step may crack in its welded area due to flexing of the step during entering and exiting. Consequence of defect: as the cracks extend, the tubular step could partially collapse and break without warning to the user, and could result in personal injuries.
Remedy: Install a reinforcement brace if no cracks are found. In addition, replace step if cracks are present.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 17, 1985NHTSA 85V1130005,020 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary: The dual double check valve may not release the proper air volume to the brake system, causing a slight timing delay between the tractor and the trailer brake system. Consequences of defect: if the brakes are suddenly applied, the trailer could jackknife without warning to the operator, which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Install two new sleeves in the dual double check valve which will increase air flow.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 1, 1985NHTSA 85V0510007,500 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Bumpers

Summary: The flip out step clevis on the bumper may fail and break under the weight of the person standing on the step to service the front area of the vehicle. Consequence of defect: this sudden break will cause the person standing on the step to fall, without warning, and could result in injuries.
Remedy: Remove the step clevis and replace with a new improved clevis.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 7, 1984NHTSA 84V14000064 vehicles potentially affected

Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly

Summary: Due to improper and inadequate welding practices, the fifth wheel on the involved vehicles is defective. Frame mounted supports may have incomplete or poor quality welds. The welds could subsequently fail allowing separation of the tractor from the trailer.
Remedy: The dealer will inspect and remove the fifth wheel and reweld the mounting angles at no charge to the owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 23, 1984NHTSA 84V035000850 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Supply › Check valve

Summary: A manufacturing error resulted in the installation of carbon steel springs in some dual-compartment air reservoir check valves. Carbon steel springs are inadequate for this application because they are subject to severe corrosion and subsequent failure of the check valve.
Remedy: The carbon steel spring will be replaced with a stainless steel one.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 22, 1984NHTSA 84V0330004,393 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: Improper steering clamp bolts and torque applied during installation. The bolt could fail, allowing the steering yoke to become loose.
Remedy: Inspection and, if necessary, installation of proper steering shaft clamp bolts tightened to specifications.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 27, 1983NHTSA 83V100000507 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary: Under severe strain, a defective weld joining the steering wheel hub to the hub perimeter could fail, causing the steering wheel to separate from the vehicle.
Remedy: Defective steering wheels will be replaced at no charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1983 Mack MH were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Mack MH years

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Questions

Does the 1983 Mack MH have any recalls?: 8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seat belts, structure, service brakes, air, trailer hitches, steering. 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 1983 Mack MH 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 1983 Mack MH?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.