NHTSA service bulletin

NHTSA Service Bulletin 10246086: 2000-2024 Mack Anthem (An)

Official manufacturer communication context for 2000-2024 Mack Anthem (An), with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

NHTSA service bulletin 10246086 summary graphic for 2000-2024 Mack Anthem (An)
10246086NHTSA document ID
Manufacturer communicationcommunication type
70affected product rows
90/100quality score

Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.

Quick answer

TSB: Mack Trucks now offer an improved HD Inter-Axle Through Shaft for the CRD 125, 150, 180, and 200 family carriers. The new HD shaft went into production on January 23rd, 2023 for 2.54 - 3.50 axle ratios and April 1st, 2023 for 3.56 - 3.98 ratios. The new HD through shaft is an upgrade over the current standard shaft and can now be used as a replacement part instead of the standard shaft. The new HD shaft has a new design to increase strength, longevity and life over the standard shaft.

What this bulletin may mean before buying

Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.

Affected products listed in this communication

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note
MackAnthem (An)2016-2024Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCh2000-2007Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCh6002001Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackChn2002-2008Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackChu2006-2018Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackChu6122008Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackChu6132008, 2010Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackChu6142010Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCl2000-2008Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCl7132000Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCl7332000Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCmh2010-2012Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCmm2010-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCt2004-2008Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCt7132008Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCtp2006-2008Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCv2000-2008Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
MackCv5002002, 2003Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

  1. Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
  2. Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
  3. Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
  4. Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
  5. Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 10246086?

TSB: Mack Trucks now offer an improved HD Inter-Axle Through Shaft for the CRD 125, 150, 180, and 200 family carriers. The new HD shaft went into production on January 23rd, 2023 for 2.54 - 3.50 axle ratios and April 1st, 2023 for 3.56 - 3.98 ratios. The new HD through shaft is an upgrade over the current standard shaft and can now be used as a replacement part instead of the standard shaft. The new HD shaft has a.

Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?

No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.

How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?

Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.

Check the exact VIN before you buy

Model-level pages show public safety patterns. A full VIN report helps confirm the exact vehicle, decoded specs, recall applicability and buyer checks.

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