Mack CX Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 25 safety recalls on file for the Mack CX, across 10 model years (1998–2007). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Mack CX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CX model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 CX: 1 complaint, 5 recalls
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 CX problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mack CX model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 CX | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2006 CX | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2005 CX | 1 | 5 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2004 CX | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2003 CX | 0 | 10 | — | — | |
| 2002 CX | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2001 CX | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2000 CX | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 1999 CX | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 1998 CX | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mack CX years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (1). 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 CX?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Mack CX have?
25 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.