Mack R Series recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
18 recalls found for the Mack R Series in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 1 owner complaint. Choose a model year:
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Newest Mack R Series recalls
- May 22, 198989V086000Steering16,000 vehiclesMack CH, DM Series and 3 more models
Steering wheel retaining nuts may have been improperly installed and/or torqued.
- May 15, 198989V079000Suspension100 vehiclesMack MH, R Series and 1 more model
Torque rod bolts are grade 2 instead of grade 5, which is not to specification, and could fail.
- Mar 3, 198989V032000Steering3,127 vehiclesMack DM Series, DMM Series and 5 more models
An incorrect high pressure power steering hose may have been installed.
- Oct 18, 198888V162000Fuel system, gasoline5,098 vehiclesMack R Series and RD Series
There may be insufficient weld where the step is welded to the fuel tank.
- Oct 18, 198888V161000Engine and engine cooling408 vehiclesMack DMM Series, R Series and 2 more models
Certain engine support castings were produced with faulty metallurgy and could fail.
- Sep 27, 198888V153000Wheels19 vehiclesMack CF, DM Series and 4 more models
Fasteners that hold the rear wheel to the hub and drum assembly may be improperly torqued.
- Jul 27, 198888V125000Steering6,400 vehiclesMack DM Series, DMM Series and 4 more models
Some of the nuts/bolts used to fasten the steering pitman arm may loosen.
- May 23, 198888V085000Power train203 vehiclesMack DM Series, DMM Series and 4 more models
Clamp plates used between the drive shaft and carrier yokes may crack and could break due to improper heat treatment.