Mack Anthem
Truck tractor • Production 2017–present
About the Mack Anthem
The Mack Anthem is Mack's flagship Class 8 highway tractor, introduced in 2017 to replace the Pinnacle in the long-haul market. Offered as a day cab and in sleeper configurations, the Anthem is built for long-haul and regional work with an emphasis on aerodynamics and fuel economy. It is powered by Mack's proprietary MP7 and MP8 engines paired with the Mack mDRIVE automated manual transmission, and shares Volvo Group powertrain technology while keeping Mack's distinct styling and dealer network.
Overview
The Mack Anthem is Mack's flagship Class 8 highway tractor, introduced in 2017 to replace the Pinnacle in the long-haul market. Offered as a day cab and in sleeper configurations, the Anthem is built for long-haul and regional work with an emphasis on aerodynamics and fuel economy. It is powered by Mack's proprietary MP7 and MP8 engines paired with the Mack mDRIVE automated manual transmission, and shares Volvo Group powertrain technology while keeping Mack's distinct styling and dealer network.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Mack
- Class
- Class 8
- Vehicle type
- Truck tractor
- Cab type
- Day cab and sleeper
- Production years
- 2017–present
- Applications
- Long-haul, regional
- Typical engines
- Mack MP8, Mack MP7
- Typical transmissions
- Mack mDRIVE (automated manual)
- GVWR range
- Class 8 (33,001+ lbs)
Design and engineering
The Anthem introduced sharper aerodynamics, an updated interior, and improved driver ergonomics over the Pinnacle, targeting highway fuel efficiency while retaining Mack's rugged reputation.
Generations and major changes
Market position and popularity
Mack's primary highway tractor, competing in the long-haul segment alongside its stronger vocational lineup.
Who buys this truck
Long-haul and regional fleets and owner-operators who want a modern highway tractor with Mack's durability and dealer support.
Common problems and reliability notes
Reported Anthem issues, like other modern Class 8 trucks, tend to involve the emissions aftertreatment system on some model years. Year-specific recall and complaint history should be checked below.
Pros and cons
✓ Pros
- • Mack MP8 power and mDRIVE transmission
- • Improved highway aerodynamics and fuel economy
- • Rugged Mack build reputation
- • Volvo Group powertrain technology
⚠ Cons
- • Emissions aftertreatment concerns on some years
- • Smaller highway market share than the segment leaders
- • Dealer network geared more to vocational service
Recalls and complaints by model year
Browse recalls and complaints by model year:
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 5 | Recalls Complaints |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | Recalls Complaints |
| 2020 | 3 | 4 | Recalls Complaints |
| 2019 | 5 | 1 | Recalls Complaints |