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Mack Pinnacle (Chu) warranty claim denied?

338 manufacturer communications on file 4 warranty extensions / campaigns 2007–2022 model years covered

Having a warranty claim denied on your Mack Pinnacle (Chu) can feel like a dead end, especially when the vehicle you depend on needs repairs now. But a denial isn't always the final answer. Mack has filed 338 manufacturer communications with NHTSA for this model line (2007–2022), including four separate warranty extensions covering the Fuel Control Module, the Pre-SCR NOx Sensor, and the EGR Cooler. Additional service bulletins address known issues with AMT transmission programming, turbo compound noise, driver information display function after cluster replacement, and specific diagnostic trouble codes. These documents show that Mack has acknowledged recurring problems in components that often overlap with claims owners submit—and that dealers don't always connect the dots when a claim comes across their desk. When a denial doesn't account for documented manufacturer communications, there may be a path to have it reconsidered. ClaimRight reviews your repair history against this public record at no cost, so you can see clearly whether your denial lines up with known issues Mack has already addressed in writing. The assessment is free, and there's no obligation to move forward afterward. Understanding your options starts with knowing what the manufacturer has already put on record.

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What Mack has documented for the Pinnacle (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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2023-09-28 · U114 202309 Warranty extension
Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U114. The EGR Cooler is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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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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2024-03-01 · CBR-2356 202403
CBR: After cluster replacement and programming, the Driver Information Display (DID) may not function as designed.
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2024-02-27 · CBR-2258 202402
CBR - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P107471 - AMT-F
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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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2024-02-01 · S3883 202402
Fleet Improvement - Atlantic Waste axle temp
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2024-01-18 · CBR-2333 202401
CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement
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2024-01-17 · CBR-2016 202401
CBR: Frame Or Cab Lean
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2023-12-13 · S7644 202312
Service Campaign: Mack trucks has determined the certain AN, GR, PI and TE model trucks with a MP-8 could have a defective oil pick-up strainer.
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2023-11-10 · PSM23m2na71
Parts Sales and Marketing Bulletin: Mack Trucks is excited to announce an additional year warranty program on REMACK AMT mDRIVE Complete Transmissions. This extended warranty of 3...
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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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2023-10-19 · CBR-995 202310
CBR: Telematics Gateway ( TGW, MID 142 ) Losing Communication With The Instrument Cluster ( IC ) - Counts Of Fault Code (FC) MID 140 PSID 239 FMI 12 Data Link, MID 142 Faulty Devic...
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2023-10-12 · CBR-206 202310
CBR: Vehicle Speed Factor (K-Factor) Programming - Speed Factor Value Incorrect When Calculated In Premium Tech Tool (PTT); Speedometer Reading Incorrectly Following A Change To Ve...
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2023-09-29 · CBR-2313 202309
CBR: "Spitting" or "puffing" of air from purge valve.
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2023-09-22 · CBR-570 202309
CBR: Model Year 2017, 2018 - US17GHG Common Rail Fuel System Component Electrical Faults
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2023-09-05 · M-258-014 202309
TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
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2023-09-04 · S7567 202309
Service Campaign: Electronic Pressure Relief Valve (EPRV) Delete & Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Update
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Common questions

Why was my Mack Pinnacle warranty claim denied?
Claims are denied for many reasons, including paperwork issues, mileage or time limits, or a dealer's determination that a failure wasn't covered. Sometimes denials don't account for manufacturer communications already on file, such as warranty extensions or service bulletins addressing the same component. Reviewing the denial letter alongside any related manufacturer documentation is a useful first step in understanding why it happened.
What is a warranty extension and does it apply to my truck?
A warranty extension is a manufacturer notice that extends coverage for a specific part beyond the standard warranty period, usually because of a known defect pattern. Mack has filed four such extensions for the Pinnacle (Chu) covering the Fuel Control Module, Pre-SCR NOx Sensor, and EGR Cooler. Whether one applies depends on your vehicle's build date, mileage, and repair history.
Can a denied warranty claim actually be reversed?
Denials are sometimes reconsidered when additional documentation is presented, such as repair records, diagnostic reports, or manufacturer bulletins relevant to the failed component. There's no guarantee of a specific outcome, but a documented, well-supported request can prompt a dealer or manufacturer to take a second look at a claim they initially rejected.
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