The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V209000·Announced 2019-03-18

Mack Trucks Recalls 2020 Models Due to Blocked Rear Reflectors

Mack Trucks is recalling 2020 Anthem and Pinnacle trucks because exhaust systems may block rear reflectors, reducing vehicle visibility.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (reduced visibility increasing crash risk) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Mack Trucks, Inc. is recalling certain 2020 model year Anthem and Pinnacle trucks. The recall involves the Anthem (AN), Pinnacle (PI/PN), Pinnacle (CHU), and Pinnacle (CXU) models. The issue is that the conspicuity reflectors located at the back of the cab may be blocked by the exhaust system. This condition causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, which governs lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

If the reflectors are blocked, the vehicle's visibility to other drivers may be reduced, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Mack has notified owners, and dealers will install additional reflectors on the back of the cab free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2019. Owners can contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177 for more information. Mack's number for this recall is SC0418. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
MACK ANTHEM (AN), PINNACLE (PI/PN), PINNACLE (CHU), PINNACLE (CXU)
Brand
MACK
Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
43

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 (4)

  • ANTHEM (AN)
  • PINNACLE (PI/PN)
  • PINNACLE (CHU)
  • PINNACLE (CXU)

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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