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Mack rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).

NHTSA campaign 26V-261 · Reported April 23, 2026 · 2,772 vehicles affected

AFFECTED MODELS
Mack Anthem and Pioneer
VEHICLES AFFECTED
2,772
REMEDY
Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge.
COST
Free

The short version

Mack Trucks, Inc. reported a problem with the antilock control unit/module. Here is what owners need to know.

WHAT

The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).

WHY IT MATTERS

A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury.

WHAT TO DO

Take it to a dealer — they will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge.

Affected vehicles

These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 26V-261.

YEAR RANGEMODEL
2026–2027Mack Anthem
2025–2027Mack Pioneer

What changed

Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.

  1. Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST

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What this record means

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