2016 MACK MRU — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
19
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 MACK MRU
The 2016 MACK MRU has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. 19 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. for this model year.
Recalls for the 2016 MACK MRU
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2016 MACK MRU, potentially affecting up to 2,266 vehicles.
Recall 25V030000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
| 142 vehicles affected
Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2010-2018 MRU and 2019-2025 Terrapro towing vehicles. The vehicles are missing the anti-lock brake (ABS) warning light and circuitry that controls the anti-lock brake function for an attached trailer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence: Driving without a functioning anti-lock brake system may result in the trailer not braking as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will add an ABS warning light and circuitry, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0474.
View full details →Recall 15V275000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
| 2,124 vehicles affected
Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Mack MRU and LEU trucks manufactured June 25, 2010, to April 30, 2015, and 2015-2016 LR6 trucks manufactured from December 18, 2014 through March 6, 2015. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine...
Consequence: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: Cummins will notify owners on behalf of Mack, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 MACK MRU
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 MACK MRU.
Safety Rating for the 2016 MACK MRU
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 MACK MRU in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 MACK MRU
Mack Trucks, Inc. has issued 19 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 MACK MRU. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
M-390-001 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2008 Document reformatted to be published as a TSB in Impact. Electrical equipment panel label.
KC-779 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0201 To P0206 FMI 13 - OBD2015 HDE 11 ( Model Year 2016 Truck )
K10136130 — ENGINE
Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) P2080, P2084, P242B Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - US14+OBD13 And OBD15 Emissions (Commonly Model Years 2015 And 2016)
K27316944 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P208A Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - US14+OBD13 And US14+OBD15 Emissions, Common Model Years 2015 And 2016
K58557784 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fuel Injector Offset Learning Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) / Fault Codes Logged In Engine Control Module ( EMS ); Possible Rough / Uneven Idle - US14+OBD15 Emissions (Commonly Model Year 2016)
K95422063 — EQUIPMENT
Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - OBD15 And US14+OBD16 (Non-Common Rail) Chassis
K27316944 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P208A Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - US14+OBD13 And US14+OBD15 Emissions, Common Model Years 2015 And 2016
K23056214 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P205B Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - US14+OBD15 Emissions, Common Model Year 2016 ONLY
K73120837 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0507 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - US14+OBD13, US14+OBD15, US14+OBD16 Emissions (Non-Common Rail Fuel System), Common Model Years 2015 To 2017
FSB 373-022 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The engine harness on MACK MP7 US2015 engines built between March 1, 2015 and September 2, 2016 may be making contact with the air compressor head and rubbing through.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 MACK MRU
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MACK MRU
- 2011 MACK MRU — 0 complaints
- 2012 MACK MRU — 0 complaints
- 2013 MACK MRU — 0 complaints
- 2014 MACK MRU — 0 complaints
- 2015 MACK MRU — 0 complaints
- 2016 MACK MRU (current)
- 2017 MACK MRU — 0 complaints
- 2018 MACK MRU — 1 complaint
Other MACK Models
- MACK MACK — 35 total complaints
- MACK ANTHEM (AN) — 12 total complaints
- MACK CXU612 — 12 total complaints
- MACK CX613 — 10 total complaints
- MACK GRANITE (GR) — 10 total complaints
- MACK CH600 — 9 total complaints
- MACK GU — 9 total complaints
- MACK RD — 8 total complaints