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2018 Mack Mru problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2018 Mack Mru — 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.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Mru years?

Mru NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted1 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 1 complaints
Mru NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Mack Mru problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels1100%

Does the 2018 Mack Mru have recalls?

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

25V030000BrakesJanuary 23, 2025 · 142 units

Defect

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2010-2018 MRU and 2019-2025 Terrapro towing vehicles. The vehicles are missing the anti-lock brake (ABS) warning light and circuitry that controls the anti-lock brake function for an attached trailer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Consequence

Driving without a functioning anti-lock brake system may result in the trailer not braking as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will add an ABS warning light and circuitry, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0474.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“2018 MACK GRU WITH 40K HAS TWO CRACKED FRONT WHEELS MADE BY ALCOA. WE HAVE 10 OTHER TRUCKS 2012 TO 2019 WITH SAME WHEELS AND NO CRACKS. AFTER LITTLE RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET IT IS OBVIOUS MANY OTHER PEOPLE ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM ON BUSES, RVS, AND TRUCKS. STRANGE WE WOULD HAVE 2 ON SAME TRUCK AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 5, 2020

2018 Mack Mru — common questions

Is the 2018 Mack Mru 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 2018 Mack Mru have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Mack Mru. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.