2002 Mack CHProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2002 Mack CH, most often about the power train. It is covered by 6 safety recalls.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 28, 2008. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2002 Mack CH has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Power train11
Tires10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

6 recalls

2002 Mack CH recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Fuel system, diesel

Recall 07V-401 · Sep 5, 2007 · 35,649 vehicles

Risk. A LEAK IN THE FUEL INJECTION LINE MAY SPRAY FUEL ON THE HOT SURFACES OF THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE FIRE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 05V-015 · Jan 14, 2005 · 13,173 vehicles

Risk. IF THE HOSE FAILS, FUEL CAN BE SPRAYED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD, WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY LEAD TO AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Tank assembly: pressure relief devices

Recall 04V-159 · Apr 7, 2004 · 317 vehicles

Risk. THIS COULD CAUSE ICE BUILDUP ON THE DISCHARGE SIDE OF THE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY PRESSURE SYSTEM ALLOWING THE RELIEF SYSTEM TO FREEZE AND BECOME BLOCKED…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Service brakes, air

Recall 02V-321 · Nov 26, 2002 · 64 vehicles

Risk. IF THIS CONDITION IS NOT NOTICED, THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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–no report yet

Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

Recall 02V-218 · Aug 5, 2002 · 690 vehicles

Risk. THE HOSE, WHICH CONNECTS THE POWER STEERING PUMP TO THE STEERING GEAR, COULD BURST OR LEAK, WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mack.

Best & worst years

2002 vs. every other CH year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CH median. How we score

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  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What CH owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

2002 MACK TRUCK CH SERIES AXLE BROKE FORCING THE TRUCK TO STRIKE THE MEDIAN WALL. *NJ (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 101-0517-91) *JB LETTER UPDATED 03/17/10*BF
Complaint 10240457 · Aug 28, 2008

Own a 2002 CH?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.