Mack Anthem recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 16, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mack Trucks, Inc. recalls 2020 Mack Anthem (AN), Pinnacle (Chu), Granite (GR)

Recall number

19V896000

Brand / firm

Mack

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 80 units

Why it was recalled

If the drag link separates, loss of steering control my occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2020 Anthem (AN), Granite (GR), and Pinnacle (PI) vehicles. The castle nuts and cotter pins used to connect the steering drag link to the pitman arm and steering arm may have not been correctly installed, potentially causing separation of the drag link.

What to do

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drag link attachment points, repairing them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0420.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.