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NHTSA Recall 25V803000: Software (exterior lighting)

Mack Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 247 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Anthem AN (4).

247
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2026
owners notified (May 29)
NHTSA campaign25V803000
Manufacturer campaignSC0488
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING › LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE
Report receivedNovember 20, 2025
Owner notificationMay 29, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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."

Safety 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.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V803000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Anthem AN (4)2026
Mack Pioneer PR (4)2025, 2026

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.