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1984 Mack R SeriesProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 1984 Mack R Series, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 22, 2008. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 1984 Mack R Series has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
1984 Mack R Series 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.
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Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
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
1984 vs. every other R Series 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 R Series median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What R Series owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
1984 MACK SUPER LINER DRIVE SHAFT BROKE RUPTURING THE FUEL TANK. CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN THE DRIVE SHAFT BROKE AND RUPTURED THE FUEL TANK IT SPILLED ABOUT 50 TO 75 GALLONS OF DIESEL FUEL ONTO THE ROADWAY. *KB
Own a 1984 R Series?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.