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Mack Mru warranty claim denied?

455 manufacturer communications on file 3 warranty extensions / campaigns 2007–2018 model years covered

If your Mack Mru warranty claim was just denied, you're not alone, and the denial may not be the final word. Federal records show that for the Mru (model years 2007–2018), the manufacturer has filed 455 communications with NHTSA, including 3 formal warranty extensions covering components like the Fuel Control Module and Pre-SCR NOx Sensor (Owner Notification Letters U111, U112, and U113, issued 2023-09-28). Other documented service bulletins describe recurring issues such as oil leaks from the clutch/flywheel housing, common rail fuel system electrical faults, Bendix VCP fault codes, and engine oil analysis specification concerns.

These public filings matter because they show the manufacturer was already aware of certain defects — sometimes before, during, or after an individual's claim was denied. A denial doesn't always mean the issue falls outside coverage; it often means the right documentation wasn't presented at the time of the decision.

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What Mack has documented for the Mru

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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2024-08-13 · CBR-523 202408
CBR: Overhead Wear Overview - Model Year2018 To Current (Common Rail Fuel System ONLY)
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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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2024-07-02 · CBR-2350 202407
CBR: Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues
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2024-06-19 · CBR-2383 202406
CBR - Accelerator Pedal: Inspection Instructions
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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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2024-05-02 · CBR-2139 202405
CBR: Vehicles built with an 11 liter engine may experience a complaint of excessive fuel in the oil. It is possible that the source of the fuel is the rear fuel galley plug in the...
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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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2024-04-02 · CBR-2013 202404
CBR: Turbo Compound (TC) Hot Side Noise, Diagnostic Information.
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2024-02-21 · CBR-2350 202402
CBR -Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues
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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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2024-01-18 · CBR-2333 202401
CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement
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2023-12-01 · CBR-2320 202312
CBR: For vehicles equipped with an 11L engine, the plastic saddle bracket holding the a/c line on the left side of the engine may move excessively and rub the area where it secures...
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2023-12-01 · EC0028M 202312
Emissions Campaign: Mack Trucks has determined that certain 2014 - 2018 commercial model year CXU, GU, LEU, LR, MRU Vehicles require a replacement Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) a...
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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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2023-10-19 · CBR-399 202310
CBR: Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style...
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Common questions

Why would a dealer deny a Mack Mru warranty claim?
Dealers may deny claims for reasons such as classifying an issue as wear-and-tear, disputing maintenance records, or determining a component falls outside the standard coverage period. However, manufacturers sometimes issue separate warranty extensions or service bulletins for specific components, like the Fuel Control Module or Pre-SCR NOx Sensor, which can apply even after a standard denial.
What is an Owner Notification Letter and could it affect my denied claim?
An Owner Notification Letter is a formal manufacturer filing with NHTSA announcing extended coverage for a specific component, often issued after a pattern of documented failures. For the Mack Mru, three such letters (U111, U112, U113) extended coverage for the Fuel Control Module and Pre-SCR NOx Sensor. If your denied repair involved one of these parts, it's worth reviewing whether the extension applied at the time.
What should I do after my warranty claim is denied?
Generally, it helps to gather your repair orders, the written denial, and any related manufacturer bulletins or notification letters before deciding next steps. Comparing your vehicle's symptoms to documented manufacturer communications can clarify whether the claim might be reconsidered. A document review service can help organize this information so you understand what options are realistically available.
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