2008 Mack CL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CL years
- Not enough data 1st of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 Mack CL. That is the most of any CL model year in the database (14 years). The most reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Mack CL problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2008 Mack CL recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.
Risk: There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on january 28, 2008. Owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2008 mack semi, unit 1 and unit 2 were eastbound on the ohio turnpike. Unit 2 stated ice from unit 1 trailer flew off his vehicle striking unit 2 windshield. Units moved further up the road from area of impact. No ice was found on the roadway. Officer stated, he checked unit 1 for any snow/ice on…
Other Mack CL years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 CL | 0 | 3 |
| 2006 CL | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 CL | 0 | 2 |
| 2004 CL | 0 | 2 |
| 2003 CL | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 CL | 0 | 3 |
| 2001 CL | 0 | 4 |
| 2000 CL | 0 | 4 |
| 1999 CL | 1 | 6 |
| 1998 CL | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 CL | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 CL | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 CL | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mack CL?
Owners most often report unknown or other problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Mack CL?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Mack CL a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CL model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.