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1987 Mack MH recalls

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

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

For the 1987 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.

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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.

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1987 Mack MH 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

February 21, 1989NHTSA 89V02400019 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Rear/other

Summary
Seat tether belt 11.0 inches long was installed instead of the 8.5 inches long belt required for this chassis.
Consequence
Incorrect length belt may not properly restrain occupantand would not comply with FMVSS 210.
Remedy
Install correct 8.5 inch seat tether belt.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

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

December 14, 1987NHTSA 87V18700029 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary
The pitman arm to drag link angle is out of phase.
Consequence
Under certain conditions, steering linkage could go intoa toggle condition resulting in a slow wheel return and impaired steeringcontrol, creating the potential for a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Replace mismarked pitman arm.

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

October 26, 1987NHTSA 87V166000200 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary
On right hand steering arm, keyway may be in the wrong location causing a toggle condition to occur under certain conditions.
Consequence
This could result in slow steering return without priorwarning which would affect steering control and create the potential for acrash.
Remedy
Replace incorrect steering arm.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

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

Other Mack MH years

Other 1987 Mack models

Questions

Does the 1987 Mack MH have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, seat belts, 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 1987 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 1987 Mack MH?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.