Mack Anthem AN recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 20, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mack Trucks, Inc. recalls 2025–2026 Mack Anthem AN (4), Pioneer PR (4)

Recall number

25V803000

Brand / firm

Mack

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 247 units

Why it was recalled

High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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."

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.