1995 Mack CL problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 1995 Mack CL — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other CL years?

CL NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Mack CL problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Brakes	1	100%	new

Does the 1995 Mack CL have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

95E003010BrakesJune 27, 1995 · 1,224 units

Defect

AIR SYSTEM BLOCKAGE IN THE AIR DRYER OCCURS DEGRADING THE MOISTURE REMOVING CAPABILITIES OF THE DRYER WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN A COLD ENVIRONMENT AND MOISTURE ACCUMULATES AND FREEZES IN THE AIR DRYER OR IN THE LINE BETWEEN THE DRYER AND THE AIR SYSTEM RESERVOIR. THE AIR DRYER CAN BECOME OVERPRESSURIZED CAUSING THE AIR DRYER CARTRIDGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE MOUNTING BASE.

Consequence

IF THE AIR DRYER SEPARATES FROM THE BASE, THE CARTRIDGE CAN SEPARATE SUFFICIENTLY ENOUGH TO CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL EQUIP AIR SYSTEMS WITH A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE TO BE LOCATED BETWEEN THE COMPRESSOR AND THE AIR DRYER. THIS PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IS INTENDED TO VENT IF EXCESSIVE PRESSURE DEVELOPS IN THE AIR DRYER.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE BRAKES OVERHEATED TO THE POINT WHICH CAUSED THE TIRES TO EXPLODE OR THE VALVE STEM TO MELT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes

1995 Mack CL — common questions

Is the 1995 Mack CL reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 1995 Mack CL have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1995 Mack CL. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1995 compare to other CL years?

What are the most common 1995 Mack CL problems?

Does the 1995 Mack CL have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

1995 Mack CL — common questions

Is the 1995 Mack CL reliable?

Does the 1995 Mack CL have recalls?

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