NHTSA Recall 03V485000: Exterior lighting
BENSON INTERNATIONAL, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 225 vehicles. It affects 1998–2001 Benson Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V485000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2003CDTRCL |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | November 25, 2003 |
| Owner notification | October 4, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Certain coal dump trailers fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles may not be equipped with high mounted rear clearance lamps.
Safety risk
The absence of high mounted rear clearance lamps during darkness may cause the average motorist not to react to the presence of approaching the rear of a heavy vehicle which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Benson will install a high mounted rear clearance lamp. Owner notification is expected to begin february 2004. 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 benson at 1-877-489-9020.
Notes
Benson recall no. 2003cdtrcl.customers can 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 03V485000
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.