Safety Recall NHTSA · 04E046000 Reported July 2, 2004

Optroninc/fmvss 108/trailer light kit

Optronics Products Company · Exterior Lighting · 15,544 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04E046000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
15,544
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
July 2, 2004

Defect Summary

Optronics led waterproof trailer light kits manufactured between december 20, 2002 and april 20, 2004. these lamps do not meet the color and photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

Optronics will replace the noncompliant lamps/kits with compliant lamps/kits free of charge. The recall began july 16, 2004.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Optronics Products Company dealer and reference recall ID 04E046000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04E046000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04E046000?

NHTSA recall 04E046000 was issued by Optronics Products Company on July 2, 2004. It addresses: Optroninc/fmvss 108/trailer light kit. The recall affects approximately 15,544 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Optronics Products Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E046000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.