2003 Mack CV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CV years
- Not enough data 1st of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Mack CV. That is the most of any CV model year in the database (11 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes, air (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Mack CV 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Mack CV recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:axle assembly
Problem: Mack trucks is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2004 cl, cv, le, mr, rb, rd, and model year 2003 through 2004 dm heavy trucks manufactured from february 1, 2002 through september 30, 2003, equipped with axle beams manufactured by bharat forge. The axle beam may have transverse shear lines on the bottom of the axle from the trimming process.
Risk: These lines, if present, can promote initiation of cracks, which over time may possibly lead to axle beam failure and a vehicle crash can occur.
Fix: Mack will notify owners, inspect and replace any affected axle beams free of charge. The safety recall began on march 5, 2010. Owners may contact mack at 1-800-866-1177.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Problem: On certain trucks, the fuel tank mounting strap was not welded to specifications and may fail. The fuel tank strap supports and fastens the steps for the operator and passenger to enter and exit the cab.
Risk: If the pedestal step mounting bracket separated from the fuel tank strap, passenger could fall from the vehicle when entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of personal injuries.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank mounting strap and replace it if necessary. The recall began february 7, 2005. Owners should contact mack trucks at 1-610-709-3337.
Service brakes, air:disc:chamber
Problem: Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the front brake chamber on some 18,000 lb. And 20,000 lb front axle assemblies is too small to meet stopping distance requirements.
Risk: This could cause the stopping distance to be increased, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake chambers. The recall began april 21, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: On certain chassis equipped with defiance metal fuel tank support bracket assemblies, the fuel tank bracket was not welded per specification. This can cause the fuel tank to separate from the chassis during assembly operation.
Risk: If the fuel tank separates from the vechile, there is a risk the tank may rupture causing fuel to leak on the ground which could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair. Owner notification began january 1, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.
Service brakes, air:supply:check valve
Problem: Certain heavy duty vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." improper seating of the check valve retainer in the brass fitting housing has occurred. It is possible for the air brake system pressure to push the check valve internal parts into the primary system reservoir and a vehicle operator would not know that this has happened.
Risk: In this condition, the vehicle would not meet the emergency requirements of the standard.
Fix: Dealers will replace the check valve. Owner notification began november 26, 2003. Owners should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mack cv. The contact stated that the side frame rails were breaking. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for further inspection. The failure mileage and current mileages were unknown.
This vehicle is a 2003 mack truck model cv and is a straight frame dump truck with three rear tandem axles. Stopping is achieved through a standard air brake system where compressed air is used as the energy medium. The brake pedal effort of the operator is used only to modulate the air pressure…
Other Mack CV years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 CV | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 CV | 0 | 8 |
| 2006 CV | 0 | 5 |
| 2005 CV | 2 | 4 |
| 2004 CV | 0 | 6 |
| 2003 | 2 | 5 |
| 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
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mack CV?
Owners most often report service brakes, air, structure problems. The top one, service brakes, air, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Mack CV?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Mack CV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CV model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.