NHTSA Recall 14V545000: Adaptive cruise control (forward collision avoidance)
Mack Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 538 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Chu.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V545000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC0381 |
| Component | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE › ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL |
| Report received | September 9, 2014 |
| Owner notification | September 30, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 CXU and 2014-2015 CHU trucks manufactured August 23, 2012, through June 27, 2014, and equipped with adaptive cruise control. Due to a software error, the affected vehicles may not provide visual or audible alerts to the driver warning them that an obstruction in the road was detected.
Safety risk
If the driver is not warned of something being in the truck's path, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0381.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V545000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.