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NHTSA Recall 26V631000: Active shutters/grill (structure) and exterior trim (structure)

Mack Trucks, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,096 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mack Anthem AN (4).

3,096
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
NHTSA campaign26V631000
Manufacturer campaignSC0501
ComponentsSTRUCTURE › BODY › BUMPERS › ACTIVE SHUTTERS/GRILL; STRUCTURE › EXTERIOR TRIM
Report receivedOctober 1, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

A detached bezel can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V631000

Make and modelModel years
Mack Anthem AN (4)2026, 2027
Mack Pioneer PR (4)2025, 2026, 2027

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.