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2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN) — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

2

Owner Complaints

6

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

29

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN)

The 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN) has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK. 29 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).

Recalls for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN)

NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN), potentially affecting up to 20,491 vehicles.

Recall 25V666000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

| 15,841 vehicles affected

Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Mack MD, 2019-2025 Anthem, Granite, 2024 MD Electric, and 2025 Pinnacle trucks equipped with a passenger bench seat. The seat belt anchorage bracket may be improperly welded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence: An improperly welded seat belt anchorage bracket can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will install a reinforcement plate, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0485. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will...

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Recall 21V233000 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

| 557 vehicles affected

Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Anthem (AN), Granite (GR/GU), and Pinnacle (CHU/CXU/PI) vehicles equipped with "camelback" rear suspension and electronic stability control. The vehicles may not stay in their lane at certain speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on...

Consequence: A vehicle that drifts out of its lane increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control units, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2021. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0423.

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Recall 19V107000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK

| 9 vehicles affected

Defect: Mack Trucks Inc. (Mack) is recalling one 2014 Pinnacle (CXU) vehicle and certain 2018-2019 Mack Anthem (AN) vehicles equipped with air brake supply tanks that have an air volume amount ranging from 70% to 96% of the amount required by the regulation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number...

Consequence: The undersized air brake supply reservoir may provide an insufficient air supply to properly operate the brakes during repetitive brake applications, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Mack will notify owners and dealers will add an air tank to the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0417.

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Recall 19V054000 — VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

| 3,906 vehicles affected

Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mack Anthem, Granite, Pinnacle vehicles. The passenger side door down view mirror may detach from the door.

Consequence: If the mirror detaches from the door, the mirror may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will properly attach the mirror, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0416.

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Recall 18V778000 — STEERING

| 169 vehicles affected

Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019 Mack Anthem (AN), Granite (GR), and Pinnacle (PI) vehicles. The pinch bolt on the upper steering shaft may not have been tightened, possibly resulting in the steering shaft separating and causing a loss of steering.

Consequence: A loss of steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for any loose pinch bolts, correcting the vehicles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for...

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Recall 18V543000 — TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY

| 9 vehicles affected

Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2019 Mack Anthem trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor.

Consequence: If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is...

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Owner Complaints for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN)

2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN). Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11300786 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 100,000 miles
THIS MODEL HAS A 100% LED HEADLAMP AND TURN SIGNAL ASSEMBLY WHICH IS NOT SERVICEABLE BY COMMERCIAL DRIVERS ROADSIDE WHERE THE LAMPS ARE SUFFERING COMMON FAILURE LEADING TO VIOLATIONS UNDER SEC 393.99(A) FMCSA REGULATIONS. THE LAMP ASSEMBLY MUST BE FULLY REPLACED AS NO SINGLE COMPONENT IS FIELD SERVICEABLE. WE HAVE IN OUR FACILITY ALONE REPLACED OVER 50 OF THESE UNITS.
#11300786 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | 100,000 miles
THIS MODEL HAS A 100% LED HEADLAMP AND TURN SIGNAL ASSEMBLY WHICH IS NOT SERVICEABLE BY COMMERCIAL DRIVERS ROADSIDE WHERE THE LAMPS ARE SUFFERING COMMON FAILURE LEADING TO VIOLATIONS UNDER SEC 393.99(A) FMCSA REGULATIONS. THE LAMP ASSEMBLY MUST BE FULLY REPLACED AS NO SINGLE COMPONENT IS FIELD SERVICEABLE. WE HAVE IN OUR FACILITY ALONE REPLACED OVER 50 OF THESE UNITS.

Safety Rating for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN)

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN) in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN)

Mack Trucks, Inc. has issued 29 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN). TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

S2964 202312 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Service Campaign: Mack trucks has determined that certain AN model trucks built with an MP8 Turbo Compound engine that have had a reman TC unit installed could experience a failure with the reman TC unit.

CBR-2306 202308 — SUSPENSION

CBR: Lift Axle Lowers During An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)Breaking Event Or When Weight Is Added To The 5th Wheel/Rear Suspension- AN Model

CBR-2306 202308 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

CBR: Lift Axle Lowers During An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)Breaking Event Or When Weight Is Added To The 5th Wheel/Rear Suspension- AN Model

S7567 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Electronic Pressure Releif Valve (EPRV) Delete & Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor

KC-2109 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P009B13 Fuel Pressure Relief Control – Circuit Open; Possible Derate - US17+OBD16 And US17+OBD18 Emissions, Model Years 2018 And 2019

KC-375 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Mack Chassis - Anthem (AN) Models - Headlight Diagnostics And Replacement; Instructions For Non-Functioning Headlight Or Turn Signal In Headlight Housing

KC-355 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0422 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Light ( MIL ) - US17 (GHG17), Common Rail Fuel System ONLY

KC-2137 — STRUCTURE

Mack Chassis - Anthem (AN) Water Leak Around Door

KC-2109 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Mack Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P009B-13 Fuel Pressure Relief Control – Circuit Open; Possible Derate - US17+OBD16 And US17+OBD18 Emissions, Model Years 2018 And 2019

KC-2103 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Mack Chassis - Model Anthem (AN) - Hood Latch/Cable Sticking Or Binding

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 MACK ANTHEM (AN)

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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