Mack CV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 24 safety recalls on file for the Mack CV, across 11 model years (1998–2008). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Mack CV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mack CV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mack CV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 CV | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2007 CV | 0 | 8 | — | — | |
| 2006 CV | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2005 CV | 2 | 4 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2004 CV | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2003 CV | 2 | 5 | — | Service Brakes, Air | |
| 2002 CV | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2001 CV | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2000 CV | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 1999 CV | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 1998 CV | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mack CV years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (2), 2003 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mack CV?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Mack CV have?
24 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.