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NHTSA 02V168📅 Jun 28, 2002

2002 Mack DM600 & 2002 Mack MR600 + 1 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V168000
Manufacturer recall #
SCO275
Manufacturer
MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
Vehicles affected
40
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 4, 2002
Recall started by
MFR
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).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V168 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V168?

2002 Mack DM600 & 2002 Mack MR600 + 1 more. 40 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mack dealer to book the free repair.