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March 18, 2019
Back of the Conspicuity Reflectors Blocked
If the reflectors are blocked, the vehicle’s visibility to other drivers may be reduced, increasing the risk of crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V209
Manufacturer Mack Trucks, Inc.
Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Number of Units Affected 43
Summary
Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack
) is recalling certain 2020 Anthem and Pinnacle trucks. The conspicuity reflectors at the back of the cab may be blocked by the exhaust system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment.”
Remedy
Mack has notified owners, and dealers will install additional reflectors on the back of the cab, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Owners may contact Mack
customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack
’s number for this recall is SC0418.
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.
Date
4.2019
Number
SC0418
Release
01
Rear Conspicuity Treatment
AN, PI
SAFETY RECALL INFORMATION
Mack Trucks Inc. has determined that the vertical white conspicuity reflectors on the back of the cab of certain AN and PI model vehicles may be blocked by the exhaust and air tank. As a result, a non-compliance with U.S. and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108, which states โno more than 25% of their cumulative area may be obscured by vehicle equipment as determined in a rear orthogonal view,โ may exist. The safety risk is the back of the truck-tractor may be less visible when operating without a trailer in the dark.
To address these concerns, MACK will update trucks to comply with U.S. and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108, by applying new reflectors to the rear window. Follow the procedure outlined in this document.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
Certain Mack AN and PI model vehicles manufactured from January 04, 2018 to January 26, 2018.
VEHICLE QUANTITY
There are 52 (43 U.S. and 9 Canada) vehicles affected by this recall.
NOTE |
The following three vehicles require Type 3 Reflector placement.
1M1AN3GY8LM005334 1M1AN4GY3LM011483 1M1AN4GY8LM012628 All others listed for this recall require Type 2, see Reflector Placement Instructions. |
REQUIRED PARTS
- 21734285, Reflector (2)
NOTE |
Reflector placement is dependent on truck build options. Please reference truck specifications, or review truck for proper reflector type, before ordering. |
Decommissioning the Truck for Inspection or Repair:
- Secure the vehicle for service by parking on a flat and level surface, place the transmission in neutral, apply the parking brake, turn the ignition key to the OFF position, and chock the front wheels.
- Disconnect the cable from the batteryโs negative (ground) terminal.
REFLECTOR PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE |
You must read and understand the precautions and guidelines in Service Information, group 80, โGeneral Safety Practices, Cabโ before performing this procedure. If you are not properly trained and certified in this procedure, ask your supervisor for training before you perform it. |
Item | Description |
1 | Reflectors (Part Numbers 21734285) |
- Locate the correct installation sites for the new reflectors.
- Clean the reflector mounting surface. The surface must be clean and dry before the application of reflectors. Isopropyl alcohol or similar may be used to ensure surface cleanliness.
- Remove the liner from the reflector.
- Place one end of the reflector against the rubber window seal (horizontal), as shown. Press lightly while holding the rest of the reflector away from the vehicleโs surface.
Item | Description |
1 | Reflector |
- Press the reflector onto the surface, applying consistent pressure across its entire length. Begin at one end and finish at the opposite end.
NOTE |
For the reflector (part number 21734285) Starting at the contact point, smooth reflector towards the other end, removing air bubbles as it adheres to the mounting surface. |
COMMISSIONING THE TRUCK FOR OPERATION:
- Connect the battery cable to the negative (ground) terminal.
- Remove the wheel chocks.
REIMBURSEMENT
This repair is covered by an authorized Safety Recall campaign. Reimbursement is obtained through the normal claim handling process. | |
UCHP Reimbursement | |
Claim Type (used only when uploading from the Dealer Business System) | 40 |
Recall Status | |
Vehicle repaired per instructions | 1- Modified per instructions |
Primary Labor Code | |
Rear Conspicuity Treatment | 8417-03-09-02
0.3 hrs |
Causal Part | 21734285 |
Authorization Number | C6606 |
Note: Dealers are to perform Safety Recall Campaigns on all subject vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner regardless of mileage, age of vehicle or ownership (original purchaser or subsequent purchasers). Whenever vehicles are subject to a safety recall are brought to your dealership for service, or taken into your dealership vehicle inventory, it is strongly recommended that every effort be made to perform the recall correction before the vehicle is sold or released to the owner.
Recall Alert
Bulletin: SRA-M418
Date: March 28, 2019
From: Gerard Hones, Regulatory Specialist Government Reporting
Subject: Safety Recall SC0418, Conspicuity
Description of Defect:
On certain vehicles, the back of cab conspicuity reflectors may be blocked by the exhaust system.
Models/ Model Years Affected:
Mack: Certain 2020 AN and PI model vehicles
Build date range: 1/4/2019 to 1/28/2019
Vehicle Quantities:
Mack: Approximately 52 (43 US, and 9 Canada)
Dealerโs Responsibility:
The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act requires dealers to ensure that all new and used vehicles are free of safety defects and comply with all relevant safety standards at the time of delivery to the consumer.
Dealers should make their personnel aware of the safety recall. In the event that a dealer has a vehicle included in the safety recall in their inventory to be sold, the condition must be corrected before releasing it to a customer.
Release Schedule:
- Vehicle list will be posted on the Trucks Dealer Portal March 28, 2019.
- Owner notification letters will be released on or before May 17, 2019.
If you have questions or concerns about this recall, contact the Regulatory Affairs Department at vtna.regulatoryaffairs@volvo.com.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL SC0418
NHTSA RECALL # 19V-209
DEAR MACK TRUCK OWNER:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Mack Trucks, Inc. has decided that certain AN model vehicles manufactured from January 4, 2019 to January 26, 2019 may fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”.
SAFETY DEFECT: | 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.” |
SAFETY 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. |
PRECAUTIONS YOU CAN TAKE: | There are no precautions you can take other than having your vehicle inspected and repaired if needed by a Mack![]() |
TIME REQUIRED FOR THE REPAIR: | The time required to repair your vehicle is approximately one hour. |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO: | You should contact the nearest Mack![]() You can locate the closest Mack |
NOTICE REGARDING LEASED VEHICLES: | If you are a Lessor of vehicles subject to this Notice, you have an obligation under Federal Law to provide a copy of this Notice to all Lessees within 10 days of your receipt of this Notice. Further, you must maintain a record, which identifies the Lessee(s) to whom you send a copy of this letter, the date you send this letter, and the Vehicle Identification Number(s) of the vehicle(s) that you have leased to that lessee. For purposes of this Notice, the term Lessor means: a person or entity that is the owner, as reflected on the vehicleโs title, of any five or more leased vehicles (as defined in CFR Section 577.4), as of the date of notification by the manufacturer of the existence of a safety-related defect or non-compliance with a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard in one or more of the leased motor vehicles. |
OWNER RECALL RESPONSE CARD: | The enclosed โNotice of Vehicle Recallโ identifies your vehicle. If you no longer own the vehicle, please help us update our records by completing the โVehicle Disposition Recordโ portion of the enclosed postage-free Notice of Mandatory Safety Campaign card and mailing it back to us. |
ASSISTANCE/ COMPLAINTS: | If your vehicle has not been repaired within a reasonable time after delivering it to a Mack![]() Mack Trucks You may also submit complaints to the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington DC 20590 or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hot Line at 1-888327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to https://www.safercar.gov if you believe that Mack |
PRE NOTIFICATION REMEDIES: | If you have previously paid for repairs as a result of this issue, you may be entitled to recovery of those expenses.
Submit copies of all documentation supporting your claim according to the rules specified in the โGeneral Plan for Reimbursement of Prenotification Remediesโ provided in this mailing. |
We regret any inconvenience this may cause to your operation, but hope you will appreciate our sincere efforts to demonstrate Mackโs commitment to provide our customers with the best possible product.
MACK TRUCKS, INC.
SC0418_OWNER_LTR
APRIL 2019
4 Affected Products
Vehicles
5 Associated Documents
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-19V209-2356.pdf 547.282KB
Non-Compliance Notice 573 Report FMVSS 108
RCLRPT-19V209-1213.PDF 212.685KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-19V209-1831.pdf 245.622KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-19V209-7870.pdf 140.492KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-2
RCLQRT-19V209-9207.PDF 211.133KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-3
RCLQRT-19V209-6224.PDF 211.232KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-4
RCLQRT-19V209-5423.PDF 211.318KB
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