No cruise control visual and audible alerts
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
If the driver is not warned of something being in the truck's path, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mack Trucks, Inc. or involving Forward Collision Avoidance.
FAQ: Recall 14V545000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V545000?
NHTSA recall 14V545000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on September 9, 2014. It addresses: No cruise control visual and audible alerts. The recall affects approximately 538 vehicles, with the defect involving the Forward Collision Avoidance component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V545000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC0381. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.