2002 Mack DM600, Mack MR600 and others recall: headlights

Mack Trucks, Incorporated reported this safety recall on June 21, 2002. It covers about 40 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 40
reported: Jun 21, 2002
owners notified: Oct 4, 2002

Exterior lighting: headlights

What is 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.
Risk: This can cause the noncompliance.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 02V168000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 02V168000

Is there a recall on the 2002 Mack DM600, Mack MR600 and others headlights?

Yes. Recall 02V168000, reported on June 21, 2002, covers about 40 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V168000?

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?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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