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2021 Mack Te problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2021 Mack Te — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

0

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Te years?

Te NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints
Te NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2021 Mack Te have recalls?

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

22V401000SteeringJune 7, 2022 · 5,644 units

Defect

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2021-22 Granite, Anthem, LR, Pinnacle, and Terrapro tractor trailers. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gear to fracture.

Consequence

A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0437.

21V953000BrakesDecember 9, 2021 · 20,668 units

Defect

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2008-2019 TerraPro (MRU) and 2019-2022 TerraPro (TE) vehicles. A brake control valve air leak into the attached exhaust hose can create excessive back pressure, causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.

Consequence

The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will remove the exhaust tube and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 8, 2022. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0433.

21V573000BrakesJuly 27, 2021 · 124 units

Defect

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2021 Granite, LR, and TerraPro vehicles. The rear drive axle may have the incorrect type of brake cam installed, which could result in inoperative rear axle brakes.

Consequence

Inoperative rear axle brakes can increase the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the brake cams, and incorrect brake cams will be replaced, along with brake shoes, hardware, and wheel seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 10, 2021. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0427.

2021 Mack Te — common questions

Is the 2021 Mack Te reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Mack Te have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Mack Te. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2021 Mack Te under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation 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.