2019 Mack LR Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LR years
- Not enough data 1st of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Mack LR. That is the most of any LR model year in the database (16 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, diesel (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 40,797 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Mack LR 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 100% | 40,797 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2019 Mack LR recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019-2020 LR vehicles. The steering transfer case may have an insufficient amount of oil.
Risk: The internal bearings may fail without sufficient lubrication, causing steering lock-up and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. Owner notifications letters were mailed on May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0424.
Tires
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019 Mack Granite (GR), LR, and TerraPro (TE) trucks, equipped with Bridgestone M854 tires with DOT date codes 2418-2518, Bridgestone M860A tires with DOT date code 2518 or Bridgestone M864 tires with DOT date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65R22.5. The sidewall steel body cords may be exposed, possibly causing unexpected, rapid air loss while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires - Other than Passenger Cars."
Risk: Rapid tire air loss can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mack will notify owners, instructing them to take their vehicles to Bridgestone Tire or Mack truck service centers for inspection and replacement, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0412.
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.
The contact owns a 2019 Mack LR64. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the secondary fuel filter detached, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was repaired. The fuel filter was replaced. The manufacturer was made…
Other Mack LR years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 LR | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 LR | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 LR | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 LR | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 LR | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 LR | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 LR | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 LR | 0 | 1 |
See all Mack LR problems by year, every Mack model, or the VIN decoder.
Embed this 2019 Mack LR badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mack LR?
Owners most often report fuel system, diesel problems. The top one, fuel system, diesel, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Mack LR?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Mack LR a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other LR model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.