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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V688📅 Dec 24, 2008

2000–2005 Mack CX & 2004–2008 Mack CXN recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Mack is recalling 34,269 my 1999-2005 CX and my 2004-2008 CXN trucks. The headlight switch may prematurely fail resulting in inoperative or intermittent headlights.

💥 The risk

The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the headlight switch. The recall began on february 27, 2009. Owners may contact mack at 1-800-528-6586.

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
08V688000
Manufacturer recall #
SC0342
Manufacturer
MACK TRUCKS, INC
Vehicles affected
34,269
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Owner phone
1-800-528-6586
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 27, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Mack recall no. SC0342.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 08V688 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 08V688?

2000–2005 Mack CX & 2004–2008 Mack CXN. 34,269 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 or call the manufacturer at 1-800-528-6586.