2026 Mack Anthem AN (4) recalls and problems
The 2026 Mack Anthem AN (4) has 4 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Mack dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2026 Mack Anthem AN (4) vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2026 Mack Anthem AN (4) recalls
Recall 26V-631: Structure
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Anthem AN (4) and 2025-2027 Pioneer PR (4) vehicles. The intake and grille bezels may detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached bezel can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect, replace the intake and grille bezels, and install cable ties as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0501. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 8, 2026.
Recall 26V-620: Service Brakes, Electric
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Anthem AN (4) and Pioneer PR (4) vehicles equipped with a tanker application package. Inaccurate axle load calculations may cause reduced braking performance while transporting smoothbore tanker trailers.
Risk: Reduced braking performance can require a greater distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new software to disable the dynamic trailer braking calculations, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0500. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 5, 2026.
Recall 26V-261: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Pioneer (4) and 2026-2027 Anthem (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Risk: A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0494. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Recall 25V-803: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2026 Anthem (4) and 2025-2026 Pioneer vehicles. The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: As an interim action, Mack will update the vehicle software through an over-the-air (OTA) update to disable the AHB feature, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0488. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 27, 2025.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 Mack Anthem AN (4) have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2026 Mack Anthem AN (4): 26V-631 (structure), 26V-620 (service brakes, electric), 26V-261 (service brakes, air), 25V-803 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Mack recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mack dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.