Apc/rear lamp assembly
Defect Summary
Equipment description: aftermarket clear tail lamp lens assemblies which were not manufactured with side reflex reflectors and side marker lamps as required under federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." note: vehicles using these tail lamps are: 1999-2000 chevrolet/gmc silverado/sierra, 1982-1993 chevrolet s-10 trucks, 1995-1999 dodge neon, 1997-2000 ford f-150 trucks, 1993-2000 ford ranger trucks, 1993-1997 honda del sol, 1992-1995 honda civic (3-door), 1996-2000 honda civic (2-door), 1995-1999 mitsubishi eclipse, and 1994-1998 acura integra vehicles.
Safety Consequence
Without the reflective material in the rear tail lamp, a vehicle with these lamps may not seen by the motorist behind them. the following motorist can crash into the leading motorist possibly causing serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
American products company (apc) will notify its customers to return the non-complying tail lamps to them for a replacement free of charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from American Products Company or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 00E078000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00E078000?
NHTSA recall 00E078000 was issued by American Products Company on December 19, 2000. It addresses: Apc/rear lamp assembly. The recall affects approximately 4,439 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized American Products Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00E078000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.