NHTSA Recall 21V484000: Exterior lighting
Mickey Truck Bodies, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 89 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner Business Class M2.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V484000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | June 24, 2021 |
| Owner notification | July 10, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mickey Truck Bodies, Inc. (Mickey Truck) is recalling certain 2017 Freightliner M2, M2-106, International 4300, and 2018 Peterbilt 220 vehicles equipped with certain model lift gates that contain a license plate kit with part number 298872-01. The light kit does not properly illuminate the license plate, shining rearward, instead of downward as intended.
Safety risk
The improper lighting may confuse other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will provide a replacement license plate kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 10, 2021. Owners may contact Mickey Truck customer service at 1-336-888-2291.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V484000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2017 |
| Freightliner M2 | 2017 |
| International 4000 Series 4300 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 220 | 2018 |
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.