repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, air: antilock
Risk. Driving without a functioning anti-lock brake system may result in the trailer not braking as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
2012 Mack MRUProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2012 Mack MRU. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-030 the manufacturer reports only 31% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 23, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Mack MRU has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2012 Mack MRU 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.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Turn signal: flasher unit
Risk. A failure of the hazard warning lights could reduce the trucks visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn…
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no report yet
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT, A VEHICLE FIRE MAY RESULT.
no report yet
Gear box: shaft sector
Risk. A COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING MAY OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Power train: driveline
Risk. THIS CAN RESULT IN SEAM WELD FRACTURE WHEN TORQUE IS APPLIED.
no report yet
Slack adjusters: automatic
Risk. SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH THIS FLOW NOTCH COULD CRACK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Electrical system
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL OVERAGE, THE FUSE THAT SHOULD PREVENT THE OVER CURRENT FROM REACHING THE MIRROR SWITCH CIRCUIT MAY FAIL, SUCH THAT THE MIRROR…
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
2012 vs. every other MRU 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 MRU median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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