Recall Roundup: Fleets alerted to high beam, load clamp, and transmission safety issues
Key takeaways
- NHTSA recalls affect mixers, load locks, transmissions, and high beams across major truck brands.
- Fleet owners should proactively check notices and address defects to prevent accidents and downtime.
- Timely dealer repairs and updates are critical to maintain safety and regulatory compliance for commercial vehicles.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued recall notices for commercial vehicles, including brands from International, Mack, and more.
Owners of the affected vehicles should be contacted via U.S. mail over the next two months, but fleet and independent owners of these vehicles can contact the NHTSA Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit nhtsa.gov for more details. More information on each recall can be found below.
Cemen Tech models’ concrete mixer may separate
Cemen Tech is recalling certain 2018-2025 Volumetric Mixer Custom M60; 2020-2025 Volumetric Mixer C60E, Volumetric Mixer C60; and 2023-2024 Volumetric Mixer C60T concrete mixer trucks. The mounting plates and swivel hopper ring gusset may crack and separate, allowing the mixer assembly to separate from the vehicle. A separated mixer can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. A separated mixer on a stationary vehicle can increase the risk of injury to a person standing or working near the rear of the vehicle.
This recall potentially affects 887 vehicles. Dealers will inspect the gussets and mount plates for cracks or separation and provide a replacement mixer hopper assembly as necessary. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notifications. Owners may contact Cemen Tech customer service at 800-247-2464.
International Motors models’ auto neutral may fail and cause unexpected vehicle movement
International Motors is recalling certain 2023-2026 LT and RH vehicles. The auto neutral function may not recognize that the parking brake has been applied, failing to shift the transmission into neutral. The transmission remaining in gear may allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 11,418 vehicles. Dealers will replace the quick-release valve on the rear axle. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 19. Owners may contact International's customer service at 800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25524.
Mack Anthem, Pioneer models’ high beams may not automatically switch to low beams
Mack Trucks is recalling certain 2026 Anthem (4) and 2025-2026 Pioneer vehicles. The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 247 vehicles. As an interim action, Mack will update the vehicle software through an over-the-air update to disable the AHB feature. The final remedy is under development. Interim owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 17. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0488.
Mack Pioneer models’ load lock clamps may fail
Mack Trucks is recalling certain 2025-2026 Pioneer vehicles. The load lock clamps, located on the back of the cab, may loosen and cause the load lock bars to become unsecured. A loose or unsecured load lock bar can result in a loss of cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 46 vehicles. Dealers will replace the load lock clamps. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 15. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0489.
Volvo VNL models’ load lock clamps may fail
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The load lock clamps, located on the back of the cab, may loosen and cause the load lock bars to become unsecured. A loose or unsecured load lock bar can result in a loss of cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 1,859 vehicles. Dealers will replace the load lock clamps. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 15. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2512.
Volvo VNL, VNR models’ high beams may not automatically switch to low beams
Volvo Trucks is recalling certain 2026 VNR (4) and 2024-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 4,887 vehicles. As an interim action, Volvo Trucks will update the vehicle software through an over-the-air update to disable the AHB feature. The final remedy is under development. Interim owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 17. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2511.