6
recalls
The Mack RM Series has 6 recalls covering 14,550 vehicles as reported; model year 1988 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
6
Most for 1988: 4
Units affected
15K
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Mack RM Series by component
- Steering3 · 14K units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 408 units
- Power train1 · 203 units
- Wheels1 · 19 units
Mack RM Series recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 1989 | Mack DM Series, DMM Series, R Series, RD Series and 3 more (1987-1988): SteeringNo. 89V032000 | Crash risk | 3,127 |
| Oct 18, 1988 | Mack DMM Series, R Series, RD Series, RM Series (1988): Engine and engine coolingNo. 88V161000 | Crash risk | 408 |
| Sep 27, 1988 | Mack CF, DM Series, MR Series, R Series and 2 more (1987): WheelsNo. 88V153000 | Crash risk | 19 |
| Jul 27, 1988 | Mack DM Series, DMM Series, R Series, RD Series and 2 more (1988): SteeringNo. 88V125000 | Crash risk | 6,400 |
| May 23, 1988 | Mack DM Series, DMM Series, R Series, RD Series and 2 more (1988): Power trainNo. 88V085000 | Crash risk | 203 |
| Mar 22, 1984 | Mack DM Series, MC Series, MH, R Series and 10 more (1983-1984): SteeringNo. 84V033000 | Other or not stated | 4,393 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1988 Mack RM Series recalled?
Yes: 4 recalls cover the 1988 Mack RM Series. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Mack RM Series have?
6 recalls cover the Mack RM Series, for 14,550 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is steering (3 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.