Mack Trucks, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V205000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V205000 by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Affecting model year 2010-2015 cxu trucks manufactured november 20, 2009, through january 27, 2014, and equipped with dual vertical exhaust pipes Includes 1,342 affected units, Conspicuity Reflectors Blocked/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2010-2015 cxu trucks manufactured november 20, 2009, through january 27, 2014, and equipped with dual vertical exhaust pipes

Defect Summary

Mack trucks inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 cxu trucks manufactured november 20, 2009, through january 27, 2014, and equipped with dual vertical exhaust pipes. the white conspicuity reflectors on the rear of the cab could be blocked by the exhaust pipes. as such, these vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trucks and if the reflectors are blocked, they will add two vertical white reflectors to the rear glass , free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2014. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-336-393-2000. mack's number for this recall is sc0378.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V205000
Manufacturer: Mack Trucks, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-04-18T00:00:00
Subject: Conspicuity reflectors blocked/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 1,342

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC0378
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mack trucks inc. (mack) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 cxu trucks manufactured november 20, 2009, through january 27, 2014, and equipped with dual vertical exhaust pipes. the white conspicuity reflectors on the rear of the cab could be blocked by the exhaust pipes. as such, these vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: A blocked reflector makes the truck-tractor less visible when operating the vehicle without a trailer in the dark, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trucks and if the reflectors are blocked, they will add two vertical white reflectors to the rear glass , free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2014. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-336-393-2000. mack's number for this recall is sc0378.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.38

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SID: row-m387.ubta.3dnu
NHTSA ID: 14V205000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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