Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V049000 Reported February 10, 2005

Fmvss 108/side marker lights

Q: What is recall 05V049000?

NHTSA recall 05V049000 was issued by Saleen, Inc. on February 10, 2005. It addresses: Fmvss 108/side marker lights. The recall affects approximately 24 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Saleen, Inc. · N/A · 24 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

05V049000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Saleen, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

February 10, 2005

Defect Summary

Certain two-seater coupes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the front side marker light, that is behind the front wheel, needs to be as far forward on the vehicle as practical.

Safety Consequence

Inappropriate, non-standard side marker lights could reduce visibility of vehicles and increase the potential for a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will change the design to have the front side marker light in front of the wheel and on the side of the bumper. the recall is expected to begin april 2005. owners may contact saleen at 949-597-3837.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Saleen, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 05V049000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 05V049000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V049000?

NHTSA recall 05V049000 was issued by Saleen, Inc. on February 10, 2005. It addresses: Fmvss 108/side marker lights. The recall affects approximately 24 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Saleen, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V049000 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.