Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Mack ANTHEM (AN)
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Mack ANTHEM (AN) has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V666000 Improperly Welded Seat Belt Anchor/FMVSS 210 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V792000 ECU Malfunction May Impact Safety Systems NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V401000 Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V416000 Hubcap can Separate and Become Road Hazard NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V233000 Vehicle May Not Stay In Lane/FMVSS 136 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Back Over Prevention 1 complaint
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
- Lane Departure 1 complaint
Of the 2 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash; across both complaints, owners report 2 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $18,000–$28,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Mack Anthem shows average reliability with recalls mainly involving safety components like seat belts and steering. A notable concern is the recall on electronic stability control, impacting handling at specific speeds. Complaints are minimal, with only one reported issue concerning the fuel system, demonstrating no widespread systemic defects.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| seat belt anchorages | 30,000–60,000 miles | $100–$300 | common |
| steering gear | 40,000–70,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | occasional |
| wheels | 50,000–80,000 miles | $150–$400 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections
- Coolant system flush
- Transmission service
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Battery inspection and replacement
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual steering noise
- Stability control warnings
- Seat belt buckle issues
- Vibrations in the wheels
- Brake system alerts
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Mack ANTHEM (AN) at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.