repaired · 2020 Q3
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. The undersized air brake supply reservoir may provide an insufficient air supply to properly operate the brakes during repetitive brake applications, reducing…
2014 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2014 Mack Pinnacle (cxu). It is covered by 18 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-644 the manufacturer reports only 22% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 21, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Mack Pinnacle (cxu) 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.
18 recalls
2014 Mack Pinnacle (cxu) 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 · 2018 Q2
Front: hub
Risk. Overloaded front wheel hubs can result in premature failure of the hubs, bearings, and the related components, which can cause the front hub assembly to…
repaired · 2017 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. If he cap nut loosens and falls off, the yoke can separate from the axle input shaft and allow the drive shaft to disconnect, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
Risk. If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly…
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repaired · 2016 Q4
Disc: chamber
Risk. Contamination of the calipers may cause a loss of brakes on one wheel, lengthening the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
Risk. An inadvertent decoupling of the trailer from the tractor may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. If the truck unexpectedly requires extra distance to stop, there is an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control
Risk. If the driver is not warned of something being in the truck's path, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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
Exterior lighting
Risk. A blocked reflector makes the truck-tractor less visible when operating the vehicle without a trailer in the dark, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Service brakes, air
Risk. Without a pressure relief valve, the air tank could rupture from being overpressurized increasing the risk of injury.
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…
repaired · 2015 Q3
Electrical system
Risk. Deposits of contaminants may result in the circuits being bridged, creating a high resistance short, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q2
Engine: diesel
Risk. Without a system to control the engine speed, if airborne hydrocarbons (combustible vapors) enter through the air intake, excessive engine speed may result in…
repaired · 2015 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in…
repaired · 2015 Q1
Steering
Risk. A loose steering shaft would result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Power train: axle hubs
Risk. If the nut comes loose, the hub assembly may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Service brakes
Risk. A loss of brake function at one wheel will lead to increased stopping distances and pulling to the left or right when braking, which may increase the risk of a…
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
2014 vs. every other Pinnacle (cxu) 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 Pinnacle (cxu) median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Mack Pinnacle (cxu), and the recalls they led to.
- mDrive Transmission Failure to DisengageNo recall
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