Recall 81V-153: 1977–1981 Mack R Series, 1977–1981 Mack RD Series and 2 more

MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 29, 1981, covering about 209 vehicles.

NHTSA number
81V-153
Report date
Dec 29, 1981
Vehicles affected
209
Owners notified
Jun 30, 1983

The problem

The right hand clearance lamp is obscured, from certain angles of vision, by the in-line precleaner air cleaner cap. The involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment".

The fix

Dealer will replace the air cleaner with one of acceptable height.

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks.system: lighting and communications; clearance lamp.consequences of defect: if the clearance lamp is not adequately visible, avehicle accident could occur.

Recall details

ManufacturerMACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED
ComponentExterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number81V153000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mack R Series1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981All years
Mack RD Series1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981All years
Mack RM4001977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981All years
Mack RM6001977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 81V-153?

The right hand clearance lamp is obscured, from certain angles of vision, by the in-line precleaner air cleaner cap. The involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment".

How is recall 81V-153 fixed?

Dealer will replace the air cleaner with one of acceptable height.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.