Recall 13V619 affects 39 2014 Mack Mru and Pinnacle (Cxu) trucks for seat-belt buckles that stick. Repair is free at any franchised Mack dealer.
Mack is recalling 39 2014 Mru and Pinnacle (Cxu) trucks because the IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckle can leave the latch plate partly engaged after the release button is pressed. That can make the belt difficult to unlatch in an emergency and raise the risk of injury, and the Mack dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt buckle in the 2014 Mack Mru and Pinnacle (Cxu) trucks is the receiver mounted beside the seat. The latch plate on the belt clicks into that buckle and stays locked while the truck is moving. When the driver or passenger presses the release button, the buckle is supposed to let the latch plate come out cleanly.
On trucks equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles, that release action does not work correctly. When the button is pressed, the latch plate can stay partly caught inside the buckle instead of releasing all the way. That partial engagement leaves the belt difficult to unlatch, even though the owner is pressing the normal release button.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up when someone tries to remove the belt and the buckle does not release normally, so tell the Mack dealer the concern is a sticking seat belt buckle release.
Who's affected?
Covers two Mack truck lines from the 2014 model year, both tied to the seat belt component.
| 2014 Mack Mru | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2014 Mack Pinnacle (Cxu) | seat belt |
| Units affected | 39 |
A matching 2014 Mack model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A seat belt latch plate that stays partly engaged after the release button is pressed can slow exit from the vehicle during an emergency and increase injury risk. If the buckle does not release cleanly, stop using that seating position until a Mack dealer inspects it. Repair will be free at any franchised Mack dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Mack Mru or Pinnacle (Cxu) is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mack dealer to ask whether the seat-belt-buckle inspection and replacement is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free seat-belt-buckle inspection and replacement if the dealer confirms parts and service are available.
- Bring the recall notice if Mack mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V619 and Mack recall SC0373 when you call.
- Call Mack customer service at 1-336-393-2000 with questions about the seat belt buckle that can stay partly latched after release.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mack technician inspects the IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckle for the latch condition described in recall 13V619. If the buckle is affected, the technician replaces the seat belt buckle. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall for owners. Mack's filing says owner notification began on January 30, 2014.
Timeline
| November 29, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 30, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V619?
Recall 13V619 covers 39 2014 Mack Mru and Pinnacle (Cxu) trucks with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. The latch plate can stay partly engaged after the release button is pressed, making the belt difficult to unlatch. Mack dealers inspect and replace affected buckles for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Mack Mru or Pinnacle (Cxu) is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 13V619. If it is, contact a franchised Mack dealer to schedule the seat belt buckle inspection. The dealer will replace the buckle if needed. Reference Mack recall number SC0373 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost, and Mack's remedy says dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle and replace it if necessary free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Mack dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is delayed exit from the truck in an emergency. If the latch plate stays partly engaged after the release button is pressed, the seat belt can be difficult to unlatch. That can hinder egress and increase injury risk during an emergency.
What if I bought this Mack truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2014 Mack Mru or Pinnacle (Cxu) is included, then call a franchised Mack dealer and reference recall 13V619 or SC0373.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V619000 |
|---|---|
| Mack customer service | 1-336-393-2000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V619 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V619000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →