CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Mack CV has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (2 reports).
2005 Mack CV recalls
Most common 2005 Mack CV problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
What owners report
COMPLAINT CONCERNING A CV713 MACK CONCRETE MIXER TRUCK. THE TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN A SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WHERE THE TRUCK CAME TO REST ON IT'S PASSENGER SIDE. WITHIN MINUTES THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *KB UNFORTUNATELY THE DRIVER WAS PINNED IN THE CAB AND BURNED TO DEATH. *NM
COMPLAINT REGARDING TWO ACCIDENTS INVOLVING MACK TRUCK CV713 WHERE BOTH FLIPPED ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE AND CAUGHT FIRE. *KB LAWYER WRITING IN ON BEHALF OF CONSUMER. THE LAWYER STATED IT WAS HIS BELIEF THAT THERE WAS A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE TURBO CHARGER ASSEMBLY WHICH ALLOWED OIL TO ESCAPE FROM THE ENGINE AND IGNITE ON A HOT SURFACE OF THE ENGINE, POSSIBLY THE TURBO CHARGER OR MANIFOLD EXHAUST SYSTEM. THE LAWYER ALSO STATED HE WAS CONCERNED WITH THE FUEL SYSTEM WHICH WAS NOT DESIGNED WITH A SAFETY CHECK VALVE TO PREVENT THE FLOW OF DIESEL FUEL FROM THE TANK WHICH POSSIBLY ACCELERATED THE OIL FIRE. *JB
2005 Mack CV questions
Does the 2005 Mack CV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Mack CV: Power Train:Axle Assembly; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve; Service Brakes, Air; Suspension. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mack CV?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Fuel System, Diesel (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Mack CV has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.