Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V331000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V331000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Includes 265 affected units, HEADLAMPS/HELLA LIGHTING/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mack is recalling certain my 2009 trucks equipped with hella headlamps for failing to comply with the photometric output requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the headlamp's bulb shield may not have been completely seated into the headlamp's reflector.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the headlamps for the suspect date codes and replace as required free of charge. the recall began on september 8, 2008. owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V331000

Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-07-23T00:00:00

Subject: Headlamps/hella lighting/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 265

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0340

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mack is recalling certain my 2009 trucks equipped with hella headlamps for failing to comply with the photometric output requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the headlamp's bulb shield may not have been completely seated into the headlamp's reflector.

Consequence Summary: This standard specifies requirements for required original and replacement lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment and their installation. The purpose is to reduce traffic crashes, deaths and injuries resulting from crashes by providing adequate illumination of the roadway, and enhancing the conspicuity of motor vehicles on the public roads so that their presence is perceived and their signals understood, both in daylight and in darkness or other conditions of reduced visibility.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the headlamps for the suspect date codes and replace as required free of charge. the recall began on september 8, 2008. owners may contact mack trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V331000

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