2021 Mack Anthem (AN)

2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

1. Filed Sep 27, 2026Failure May 6, 2026Pawtucket, RIWarnings, AssistCrash2 killed

   Driver 1 stated: “I was traveling in the right lane and going straight. The other truck was on the right shoulder. I was attempting to merge into the middle lane to provide additional space for the truck on the right shoulder. However, there was another vehicle in the middle lane, so I was unable to merge. I subsequently struck the truck that was stopped on the right shoulder.” Driver 2 stated: “We were on the right shoulder because the truck was experiencing mechanical issues. We were then struck from behind.” Investigation Findings The investigation revealed that Vehicle 1 (V1) and Vehicle 2 (V2) were traveling on the New Jersey Turnpike (NJTP) near milepost 99.5 in Elizabeth County. Vehicle 2 was stopped on the right shoulder due to mechanical issues. Driver 1 failed to maintain proper directional control of Vehicle 1 and subsequently struck the rear of Vehicle 2, which was stopped on the shoulder. A passenger in Vehicle 2 complained of neck and back pain but declined medical attention at the scene. Both vehicles were towed from the scene by Highway Towing, AIS 208.

   NHTSA complaint 11767258
2. Filed Jul 24, 2023Failure Jul 24, 2023Middle River, MDFuel/propulsion system

   The secondary fuel filter housing broke causing the truck to shut off while driving.

   NHTSA complaint 11534072