NHTSA Recall 03V147000: Exterior lighting
MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 39 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Mack Cx.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V147000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SCO279 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | April 14, 2003 |
| Owner notification | May 28, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the view of one of the four back of cab reflectors is blocked by the exhaust system.
Safety risk
With the right reflector not being visible, the width of the vehicle is not readily apparent, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install two additional reflectors. Owner notification began june 4, 2003. 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-
Notes
Mack recall no. Sco279.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 03V147000
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.