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2005 Mack CXProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2005 Mack CX, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 5 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls5Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage263kEngine and engine cooling, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 23, 2008. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2005 Mack CX has problems

1 complaint 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
Engine and engine cooling10

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

5 recalls

2005 Mack CX 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

Headlights: switch

Recall 08V-688 · Dec 23, 2008 · 34,269 vehicles

Risk. THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–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 →

Show 1 more recall
–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 →

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

2005 vs. every other CX 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 CX median. How we score

'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What CX owners report

Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS COMING LOOSE AND LEAKING EXHAUST GASES INTO THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. THIS IS MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN USING THE HEAT OR AC. PROBLEM WAS "FIXED" IN SEPTEMBER AT MACK DEALERSHIP. IN FEB IT HAPPENED AGAIN. MECHANIC STATES THAT HE HAS FIXED HUNDREDS AND THAT IT WILL PROBABLY HAPPEN…
Complaint 10217953 · Feb 13, 2008 · 263,000 miles

Own a 2005 CX?

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