Ud Trucks Corporation | NHTSA Recall #11V177000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V177000 by Ud Trucks Corporation. Includes 358 affected units, HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Ud trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 ud1800, ud2000, ud2300, ud2600, and ud3300 medium duty trucks manufactured from july 22, 2010 through november 29, 2010. the visual optical aiming headlamps and the low beam horizontal adjustment mechanism were not adequately secured to prevent adjustment after manufacture. therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Dealers will make sure all vehicles will have a prevention cap installed over the low beam horizontal headlamp adjustment mechanism to prevent adjustment. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 18, 2011. owner may contact ud trucks at 972-756-5500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V177000

Manufacturer: Ud Trucks Corporation

Report Received Date: 2011-03-08T00:00:00

Subject: Headlamp adjustment/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 358

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Ud trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 ud1800, ud2000, ud2300, ud2600, and ud3300 medium duty trucks manufactured from july 22, 2010 through november 29, 2010. the visual optical aiming headlamps and the low beam horizontal adjustment mechanism were not adequately secured to prevent adjustment after manufacture. therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence Summary: Improper adjustments to the headlamps or the low beam adjustment mechanism may result in headlamp lighting that does not fully illuminate the road surface or may inhibit the ability of motorists to see vehicles which can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will make sure all vehicles will have a prevention cap installed over the low beam horizontal headlamp adjustment mechanism to prevent adjustment. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 18, 2011. owner may contact ud trucks at 972-756-5500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V177000

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