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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 12V236📅 May 24, 2012

2010–2012 Mcneilus ZR recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Mcneilus is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 ZR trucks, manufactured from april 26, 2010, through may 1, 2012 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108 “lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment.” the hazard warning lamps do not work when the ignition is in the off position.

💥 The risk

Inadequate lighting could reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the potential for a crash.

🔧 The fix

Mcneilus will notify owners, and mcneilus service technicians will connect the hazard warning lights directly to the vehicle’s power supply, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in early june 2012. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507-374-6321.

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
12V236000
Manufacturer recall #
41-0967369
Manufacturer
MCNEILUS TRUCK & MANUFACTURING
Vehicles affected
270
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 18, 2012
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Mcneilus safety recall no. 41-0967369. Owners 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 12V236 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 12V236?

2010–2012 Mcneilus ZR. 270 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

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