The worst 2017 Mack LR problems
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Recalls 1
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2015-2018 LR and 2011-2018 TerraPro (LEU and MRU) trucks. The alternator cable may be insufficiently thick to handle the current, and, as a result, may overheat.
- Risk
- If the alternator cable overheats, it would increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mack will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator cable, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1‑800‑866‑1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0407.
Recall number 17V261000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Mack LR 246
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Questions about the 2017 Mack LR
Is the 2017 Mack LR reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2017 Mack LR.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Mack LR?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2017 Mack LR have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
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