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2005 Mack Cv problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2005 Mack Cv — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work. Reports tied to this model year include one death, per the complaint records themselves.

3

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

2

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

0

Injuries

1

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2005 compare to other Cv years?

Cv NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted3 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 0 complaints2001: 0 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 2 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 3 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 0 complaints
Cv NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Mack Cv problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine267%
Fuel System133%

Does the 2005 Mack Cv have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

09V240000TransmissionJune 30, 2009 · 10,300 units

Defect

MACK IS RECALLING 10,300 MODEL YEAR 2004 AND 2005 CL, CV, DM, LE, AND RB AND MODEL YEAR 2004 RD HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 1, 2003 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2004, EQUIPPED WITH AXLE BEAMS MANUFACTURED BY BHARAT FORGE. THE AXLE BEAM MAY HAVE TRANSVERSE SHEAR LINES ON THE BOTTOM OF THE AXLE FROM THE TRIMMING PROCESS.

Consequence

THESE LINES, IF PRESENT, CAN PROMOTE INITIATION OF CRACKS, WHICH OVER TIME MAY POSSIBLY LEAD TO AXLE BEAM FAILURE AND A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR.

Remedy

MACK WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, INSPECT AND REPLACE ANY AFFECTED AXLE BEAMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MACK AT 1-800-866-1177.

07V361000BrakesAugust 15, 2007 · 21,847 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH PARKER SINGLE CHECK VALVES (SCV) PROVIDED BY BENDIX. THE DEFECT EXISTS IN THE PARKER SCV THAT CONNECTS WITH THE SUPPLY PORT OF THE SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE. AFTER PROLONGED USE OF THE PARKER SCV, THE VALVE BODY RETAINER MAY BECOME EXCESSIVELY WORN AND EVENTUALLY BREAK APART. PIECES OF THE PARKER SCV CAN BECOME LODGED INSIDE THE SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE, POTENTIALLY CAUSING EITHER LEAKAGE OUT OF THE SR-7 VALVE OR PREVENTING AIR FROM PROPERLY EXHAUSTING FROM THE SR-7 VALVE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A DELAY IN THE APPLICATION OF THE SPRING BRAKES TO PARK THE VEHICLE AFTER THE OPERATOR PULLS THE DASH VALVE BUTTON. THESE CONDITIONS CAN OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING, LEADING TO UNINTENDED VEHICLE ROLLAWAY, BRAKE DRAG, OR IN THE CASE OF LOSS OF PRIMARY CIRCUIT, INABILITY TO MODULATE THE SPRING BRAKES.

Remedy

MACK IS WORKING WITH BENDIX TO REPLACE THE PARKER SINGLE CHECK VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 9, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENDIX AT 1-440-329-9000 OR MACK AT 1-800-528-6586.

06V319000BrakesAugust 29, 2006 · 108 units

Defect

CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT GLAD HAND OPTION FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, 'AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS.'

Consequence

THE PURPOSE OF THIS STANDARD IS TO INSURE SAFE BRAKING PERFORMANCE UNDER NORMAL AND EMERGENCY CONDITIONS.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MACK TRUCK AT 1-800-528-6586.

05V312000SuspensionJuly 7, 2005 · 100 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH HOLLAND AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEMS, A TRANSVERSE BEAM CASTING MAY FRACTURE UNDER NORMAL LOADS. IF A CASTING BREAKS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING ON A ROADWAY THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR PIECES OF THE CASTING TO BECOME PROJECTILES AND THE SUSPENSION'S TRANSVERSE BEAM MAY DROP DOWN LOW ENOUGH TO CONTACT THE ROAD SURFACE.

Consequence

THIS WILL CAUSE SPARKS THAT COULD POTENTIALLY IGNITE AND CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE TRANSVERSE BEAM ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 19, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MACK TRUCKS AT 610-709-2131.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“COMPLAINT CONCERNING A CV713 MACK CONCRETE MIXER TRUCK. THE TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN A SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WHERE THE TRUCK CAME TO REST ON IT'S PASSENGER SIDE. WITHIN MINUTES THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *KB UNFORTUNATELY THE DRIVER WAS PINNED IN THE CAB AND BURNED TO DEATH. *NM”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 1, 2005 · crash · fire

“COMPLAINT REGARDING TWO ACCIDENTS INVOLVING MACK TRUCK CV713 WHERE BOTH FLIPPED ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE AND CAUGHT FIRE. *KB LAWYER WRITING IN ON BEHALF OF CONSUMER. THE LAWYER STATED IT WAS HIS BELIEF THAT THERE WAS A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE TURBO CHARGER ASSEMBLY WHICH ALLOWED OIL TO ESCAPE FROM THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 11, 2005 · crash · fire

2005 Mack Cv — common questions

Is the 2005 Mack Cv reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2005 Mack Cv have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2005 Mack Cv. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2005 Mack Cv under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.