Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2005 Mack CV
NHTSA data on file today
The 2005 Mack CV has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #09V240000 AXLE BEAM FAILURE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V361000 PARKER SINGLE CHECK VALVE/BENDIX NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V319000 FMVSS 121/SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #05V312000 FRACTURE SUSPENSION BEAM/HOLLAND NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 2 complaints
- Fuel System, Diesel 1 complaint
Of the 2 complaints on file, 2 report a crash and 2 a fire; across both complaints, owners report 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $10,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2005 Mack CV has notable issues with its power train and air brake systems, particularly affecting axle stability and brake reliability. Recalls related to the axle assembly and air brake check valve indicate serious safety concerns. Complaints are low, but the issues are structural.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| axle assembly | 50,000–100,000 miles | $2,000–$4,000 | very common |
| air brake check valve | 70,000–120,000 miles | $300–$800 | common |
| suspension | 80,000–130,000 miles | $1,500–$3,000 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Engine oil and filter change
- Brake system inspection
- Air filter replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Wheel alignment and balancing
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Loud axle noises
- Reduced braking efficiency
- Rough suspension ride
- Unusual engine vibrations
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2005 Mack CV at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.