Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02V168000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V168000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 40 affected units, MACK/FMVSS 108/HEAD LAMP, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain class 8 chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." front drive axles were installed by the macungie modification center. with the installation of the axle, the overall height of the front of the vehicle was raised.

Corrective Action

A set of lamps will be mounted below the bumper, bringing the lamp height into compliance. the existing lamps in the hood will be removed and decorative covers will be installed to cover the holes in the hood. Owner notification began october 4, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V168000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2002-06-21T00:00:00
Subject: Mack/fmvss 108/head lamp
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 40

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SCO275
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Certain class 8 chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." front drive axles were installed by the macungie modification center. with the installation of the axle, the overall height of the front of the vehicle was raised.
Consequence Summary: This can cause the noncompliance.
Corrective Action: A set of lamps will be mounted below the bumper, bringing the lamp height into compliance. the existing lamps in the hood will be removed and decorative covers will be installed to cover the holes in the hood. Owner notification began october 4, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mack at 1-610-709-3337.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-8y2q-d6jz-2kvp
NHTSA ID: 02V168000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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