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NHTSA Recall 18V778000: Steering

Mack Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 169 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mack Anthem (an).

169
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2018
owners notified (November 30)
NHTSA campaign18V778000
Manufacturer campaignSC0413
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedNovember 1, 2018
Owner notificationNovember 30, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

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.

Safety risk

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 this recall is SC0413.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V778000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Anthem (an)2019
Mack Granite (gr)2019
Mack Pinnacle (pi/pn)2019

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.