Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V953000 Reported December 9, 2021

Parking brake may release unexpectedly

Mack Trucks, Inc. · N/A · 20,668 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V953000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC0433
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
20,668
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 9, 2021
Completion Rate
61.22

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain 2008-2019 terrapro (mru) and 2019-2022 terrapro (te) vehicles. a brake control valve air leak into the attached exhaust hose can create excessive back pressure, causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.

Safety Consequence

The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will remove the exhaust tube and fitting from the valve, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed february 8, 2022. Owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. mack's number for this recall is sc0433.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 21V953000 or campaign SC0433.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V953000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V953000?

NHTSA recall 21V953000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on December 9, 2021. It addresses: Parking brake may release unexpectedly. The recall affects approximately 20,668 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V953000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC0433. 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.