NHTSA Recall 02V168000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 40 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mack DM600.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V168000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SCO275 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | June 21, 2002 |
| Owner notification | October 4, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
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 covered by recall 02V168000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.