The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V543000·Announced 2018-08-16

Mack Recalls 2019 Anthem Trucks Due to Fifth Wheel Bracket Defect

Mack Trucks is recalling 2019 Anthem trucks with Jost fifth wheel couplings because a narrow slider bracket may allow the trailer to separate, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (fifth wheel bracket) that can lead to trailer separation and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mack Trucks, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 Mack Anthem trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The recall addresses a defect where the fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow. This condition possibly allows the trailer to separate from the tractor.

If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Mack's number for this recall is SC0411.

The recalled product

Product
MACK ANTHEM (AN)
Brand
MACK
Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
9

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • ANTHEM (AN)

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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