Mack CXU Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 5, 2025 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 14 safety recalls on file for the Mack CXU, across 9 model years (2006–2016). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is structure.

Peak: 2009, with 3 complaints
2006: 0200602007: 0200702008: 0200802009: 3200932010: 1201012013: 0201302014: 0201402015: 0201502016: 120161

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mack CXU years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No CXU model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2009 CXU: 3 complaints, 3 recalls
  2. 2016 CXU: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  3. 2010 CXU: 1 complaint, 7 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 CXU problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Structure210
Trailer Hitches210
Engine110
Power Train110
Suspension110

All Mack CXU model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2016 CXU11—Power Train
2015 CXU00——
2014 CXU00——
2013 CXU00——
2010 CXU17—Engine
2009 CXU33—Structure
2008 CXU07——
2007 CXU03——
2006 CXU01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mack CXU years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (3), 2016 (1), 2010 (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 CXU?

Structure, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Mack CXU have?

14 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.