Recall 02V-168: 2002 Mack DM600, 2002 Mack MR600 and 1 more

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jun 21, 2002, covering about 40 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-168
Report date
Jun 21, 2002
Vehicles affected
40
Owners notified
Oct 4, 2002

The problem

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.

The risk

This can cause the noncompliance.

The fix

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.

Notes

Mack truck recall no. Sco275. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V168000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack DM6002002All years
Mack MR6002002All years
Mack RD6002002All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-168?

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.

How is recall 02V-168 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.