Front: anchorage
Risk. An improperly welded seat belt anchorage bracket can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2020 Mack Anthem (an), most often about the air bags. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-666 the manufacturer reports only 34% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 21, 2026. Updated daily.
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. An improperly welded seat belt anchorage bracket can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…
Risk. A vehicle that drifts out of its lane increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. If the drag link separates, loss of steering control my occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. If the reflectors are blocked, the vehicle's visibility to other drivers may be reduced, increasing the risk of crash.
Risk. If the mirror detaches from the door, the mirror may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mack.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Anthem (an) median. How we score
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While driving on the Interstate I apparently lost control and hit a guardrail at approx 40-45mph. The impact stopped the truck causing severe damage to the vehicle the front right 1/2 of the vehicle including bumper, quarter panel with enough impact to break the front axle. I was found unconsious…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.