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Mack Chu warranty claim denied?
631 manufacturer communications on file
3 warranty extensions / campaigns 2006–2018 model years covered
If you just received a denial letter for your Mack Chu warranty claim, it can feel like the end of the road — but it often isn't. Manufacturers are required to file detailed service communications with NHTSA, and for the Mack Chu (model years 2006–2018), 631 such communications are on record. Three of these are formal warranty extensions, covering issues with the Fuel Control Module and the Pre-SCR NOx Sensor through Owner Notification Letters U111, U112, and U113. The documented history also includes emission-system recalls tied to SCR replacement and a separately noted oil leak concern affecting the clutch/flywheel housing. None of this means your specific repair is automatically covered, but it does mean the manufacturer has acknowledged recurring problems with components like these. Denials are frequently based on incomplete paperwork, mismatched timelines, or a dealer simply not cross-referencing the latest bulletins — and these outcomes can sometimes be reconsidered once the right documentation is assembled. A free assessment can help you understand whether your denied claim lines up with any of these documented issues, and what your realistic options are from here — no guesswork, no pressure, just a clear look at the facts.
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What Mack has documented for the Chu
Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.
2023-09-28 · U111 202309
Warranty extension Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U111. The Fuel Control Module is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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2023-09-28 · U112 202309
Warranty extension Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U112. The Pre-SCR NOx Sensor is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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2023-09-28 · U113 202309
Warranty extension Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U113. The Pre-SCR NOx Sensor is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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2024-11-14 · CBR-997 202411
Vehicles may present with oil leak coming from the clutch/flywheel housing and observation of burned clutch smell or clutch slipping. These symptoms can be mistaken as a crankshaft...
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2024-09-20 · CBR-570 202409
CBR: US17 GHG Common Rail Fuel System Component Electrical Faults - Model Year 2017 To 2024
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2024-09-13 · CBR-407 202409
CBR: To correct the MID136 SID 66 FMI 7 fault code the latest Bendix VCP fi le will need to be downloaded.
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2024-08-28 · CBR-343 202408
CBR: Mack chassis with an mDRIVE transmission, there have been reports of complete shift assemblies and TECUs being replaced due to technicians being unable to pinpoint the source...
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2024-08-13 · CBR-561 202408
CBR: 11L, 13L, And 16L Engine Oil Analysis Specifications - US10 And Newer Emissions
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2024-08-06 · CBR-2391 202408
CBR: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U010187- Lost Communication With TECU
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2024-05-28 · M0303 202405
Emission Recall: Mack Trucks has determined that certain vehicles equipped with a model year (“MY”) 2017-2018 MP8 VGT engines may not meet California and Federal Regulations (CARB)...
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2024-05-28 · M0309 202405
Emission Recall: Mack Trucks has identified that the Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system in certain vehicles equipped with the MY 2017 or 2018 MP8 (13L VGT) engine are not m...
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2024-05-28 · M0310 202405
Emission Recall: Mack Trucks has identified that the Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system in certain vehicles equipped with the MY 2017 or 2018 MP8 (13L VGT) engine are not me...
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2024-04-22 · CBR-1008 202404
CBR: Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission Model D or F ( AMT-D, AMT-F, mDrive) Missing X1 Value In VDA And Default Settings Guidelines, ParameterP1AOB; Fault Code P1052-5...
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2024-02-16 · CBR-2014 202402
CBR - Driveline Noise, Suspension Ride Height Too High, Suspension Will Not Exhaust - Chassis Built 2016w01 And Newer.
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2024-02-16 · CBR-202 202402
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.
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2024-02-16 · CBR-2347 202402
CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID).
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2023-11-07 · M-465-001 202311
TSB: Mack Trucks now offer an improved HD Inter-Axle Through Shaft for the CRD 125, 150, 180, and 200 family carriers. The new HD shaft went into production on January 23rd, 2023 f...
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Common questions
Why would a dealer deny a Mack Chu warranty claim?
Dealers deny claims for many reasons, including paperwork gaps, mileage or date cutoffs, disputes over whether a failure is due to a defect versus wear, or simply not checking whether a manufacturer bulletin or extension applies. Reviewing the denial letter alongside the manufacturer's documented service history can help clarify whether the stated reason matches the available records.
What is an Owner Notification Letter and could it affect my claim?
An Owner Notification Letter informs owners that a manufacturer has extended warranty coverage for a specific component, such as the Fuel Control Module or Pre-SCR NOx Sensor on certain Mack Chu units. If your denied repair involves one of these components, it may be worth checking whether your vehicle falls within the extended coverage terms described in that letter.
Can a denied warranty claim be reconsidered after the fact?
Many denied claims are not final decisions. Manufacturers and dealers sometimes revisit a denial when additional documentation, repair records, or references to published service bulletins are provided. Outcomes vary by situation, so it generally helps to gather all relevant paperwork and compare it against the manufacturer's documented communications before deciding on next steps.
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