Recall 14V205000: 2010 Mack CXU, 2011–2015 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 18, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 1,342
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mack Trucks Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 CXU trucks manufactured November 20, 2009, through January 27, 2014, and equipped with dual vertical exhaust pipes. The white conspicuity reflectors on the rear of the cab could be blocked by the exhaust pipes. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
A blocked reflector makes the truck-tractor less visible when operating the vehicle without a trailer in the dark, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mack will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trucks and if the reflectors are blocked, they will add two vertical white reflectors to the rear glass , free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mack Customer Service at 1-336-393-2000. Mack's number for this recall is SC0378.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Mack CXU
- 2011 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
- 2012 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
- 2013 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
- 2014 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
- 2015 Mack Pinnacle (cxu)
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V205000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC0378
- Manufacturer
- Mack Trucks, Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 30, 2014
- Components
- Exterior lighting (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology