Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2010 Mack CXU
NHTSA data on file today
The 2010 Mack CXU has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #14V208000 Hazard Lights May Not Function NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V205000 Conspicuity Reflectors Blocked/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V078000 Water Leaks may Cause EPDM to Short-Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #12V434000 Low Beam Failure From Fog Light Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V370000 CLUTCH PEDAL NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V209000 FIFTH WHEEL MOUNTING BOLTS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V536000 BATTERY BOX LID NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
The complaint on file reports a fire, with 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $10,000–$18,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2010 Mack CXU shows some concerns mainly in electrical systems and lighting. Recalls highlight frequent electrical issues but there's minimal owner-reported engine problems, keeping reliability at an average level.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 50,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,000 | common |
| turn signal flasher | 40,000–80,000 miles | $150–$300 | common |
| clutch assembly | 60,000–110,000 miles | $1,000–$2,000 | occasional |
| fifth wheel assembly | 70,000–120,000 miles | $1,200–$2,500 | 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.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake inspection and service
- Battery check and replacement
- Cooling system service
- Transmission fluid change
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Frequent electrical errors
- Turn signals not flashing
- Clutch pedal stiffness
- Fifth wheel instability
- Uneven tire wear
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2010 Mack CXU at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.