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Mack MPG, VIN Decoder, Recalls & Reliability

Check any Mack's MPG, recalls, reliability and NHTSA safety — or decode its VIN free for full specs. Across all 20 Mack models (1981–2026).

Data · NHTSA & EPA · 20 models · 1981–2026 · Updated Jul 17, 2026 · 4.2 ★★★★★★★★★★ Brand Score
Quick answer

Mack's lineup has 465 recorded NHTSA recalls across 20 models (1981–2026) and averages 4.2/5 for reliability on ForCar. Check any Mack's open recalls, owner complaints, MPG and NHTSA safety below — or decode its VIN for the exact build. Free, by model and year.

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Models
1981
Since
1
Vehicle types
USA
Origin
1900
Founded
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4.2/5
★★★★★★★★★★
ForCar Brand Score
Average across 20 rated Mack models
Most reliable Mack models
Mack Anthem4.5Mack Granite4.5Mack Pioneer4.5Mack Pinnacle4.5Mack MC4.5Mack Terrapro4.5

Each model's ForCar Reliability Score is built from NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency (25%) and complaint severity (35%) — not user reviews. Brand score = average of rated models.

Mack — VIN decoder & full model lineup

MACK is a renowned American manufacturer specializing in heavy-duty trucks, primarily serving the commercial vehicle sector with its durable and powerful designs. These trucks are frequently found on construction sites, mining operations, and long-haul transportation routes, built for demanding environments and serious work. ForCar.org allows you to decode any MACK VIN to uncover complete vehicle specifications, including recall history and a wealth of detailed information about the truck’s lineage.

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All Mack models 20

Every Mack model we track, grouped by body type. Click any model for its VIN decoder, recalls, MPG, safety and ForCar Reliability Score — broken down by year.

Mack More models 20

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Mack recalls

Across the Mack lineup, ForCar tracks 465 recorded NHTSA recalls — each tied to a specific model and year. There's no single "Mack recall" number; open a model for its exact campaigns, affected parts and the free dealer fix.

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#Mack modelRecallsForCar Score
01Mack CH863.5 /5
02Mack MR593.5 /5
03Mack CL493.5 /5
04Mack MH494.0 /5
05Mack RD483.5 /5
06Mack CF384.0 /5
07Mack DM323.5 /5
08Mack RB324.5 /5
09Mack LR254.0 /5
10Mack DMM194.5 /5
ROWS 10·SOURCE NHTSA

Most-recalled system across Mack: Vehicle Speed Control. Source: NHTSA recall campaigns — open any model for full details by year.

Is Mack reliable?

Across rated models, Mack averages a 4.2/5 ForCar Reliability Score, with 15 models rated 4★ or higher. Each model is scored from NHTSA crash-test safety, recall frequency and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury — not user reviews.

Mack Trucks competes in the North American vocational truck and Class 8 segments with particular strength in refuse, construction, mining, logging and concrete-mixer applications. The brand's positioning emphasizes durability and vocational specialization rather than long-haul efficiency. Mack's 6-8% Class 8 share is concentrated in vocational segments where Mack runs above 30% market share. Within Volvo Group, Mack handles the North American vocational and traditional-styling segments while Volvo Trucks handles long-haul and European-styling segments.

Mack models by owner-complaint volume (NHTSA):

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#Mack modelOwner complaintsForCar Score
01Mack CH63.5 /5
02Mack RD53.5 /5
03Mack CL53.5 /5
04Mack MD14.0 /5
05Mack LR14.0 /5
06Mack MR13.5 /5
07Mack DM13.5 /5
ROWS 7·SOURCE NHTSA

Higher complaint counts often track higher sales volume, not necessarily worse reliability — open a model for its complaints by year and best/worst-year analysis.

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Most fuel-efficient Mack models

Fuel-economy rankings for Mack are being compiled — check the most fuel-efficient cars meanwhile.

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Safest Mack models

NHTSA safety rankings for Mack are being compiled — see the safest cars overall meanwhile.

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How to read a Mack VIN

Every Mack built since 1981 carries a unique 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). It encodes where and when the vehicle was made, its engine and body — here's what each part means:

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1–3 · WMI1M1
4–8 · VDSCM826
9 · Check5
10 · YearR
11 · PlantA
12–17 · Serial004352
  • WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Mack and the country it was built in (real Mack codes below).
  • VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
  • Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
  • Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
  • Plant (11) — which factory assembled it.
  • Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Real Mack WMIs — the first 3 VIN digits by build country
  • USA1M1
  • Canada2M1
17 CHARS·SOURCE SAE / ISO 3779 · NHTSA vPIC

The remaining digits — engine (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard. For the full year-code table, country codes and where the VIN is stamped, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.

About Mack

The Mack brothers built their first vehicle, a sightseeing bus, in Brooklyn in 1900 and incorporated as the Mack Brothers Company in 1902. The Bulldog Mack nickname originated during World War I, when British soldiers using Mack AC trucks in France remarked that the trucks resembled bulldogs in their tenacity. The 1932 introduction of the chrome Bulldog hood ornament, designed by Chief Engineer Alfred Masury, became the Mack symbol. Mack was acquired by Renault Trucks in 1990, and Volvo Group acquired Renault Trucks (and thus Mack) in 2001.

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AttributeDetail
Founded1900
HeadquartersGreensboro, USA
Parent companyVolvo Group
Slogan"Born Ready"
Models tracked20 (1981–2026)
ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar Editorial
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Mack — frequently asked

How do I decode a Mack VIN for free?

Enter the 17-character VIN in the decoder at the top of this page. You'll get the exact year, trim, engine and plant, then can check that vehicle's recalls, MPG and safety — free, no signup.

How many Mack models are there?

ForCar tracks 20 Mack models spanning 1981–2026. See the full list above, ordered by how often each is searched.

Where is Mack made?

Mack is headquartered in Greensboro, USA, founded in 1900. Individual models are assembled at plants worldwide — the VIN's 11th character identifies the exact factory.

How do I check Mack recalls?

Recalls are tracked per model and year. Open any Mack model above to see its NHTSA recall campaigns, affected parts and the free dealer fix.

Which Mack is most reliable?

Reliability varies by model and year. Each model page shows its ForCar Reliability Score (from NHTSA safety, recalls and complaint severity) so you can compare directly.

What's the Mack warranty?

New Mack vehicles come with a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Mack dealer.

Model data and search demand from ForCar's catalog of 20 Mack models. Recalls, complaints and safety ratings sourced from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Brand facts compiled by ForCar Editorial. Last updated Jul 2026. Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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