Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V765000 Reported October 30, 2018

Incorrect plow light software/fmvss 108

Mack Trucks, Inc. · N/A · 755 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V765000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC0414
Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
755
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 30, 2018
Completion Rate
83.44

Defect Summary

Mack trucks, inc. (mack) is recalling certain 2019 mack granite (gu) vehicles equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits. the snow plow headlights can be turned on without other exterior lights, and high beam indicator will not work when the snow plow high beams are on. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Safety Consequence

The driver may operate the vehicle with the snow plow headlights on but the marker and tail lamps off, reducing the vehicle's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mack will notify owners, and dealers will update the software related to the plow lights, free of charge. the recall began december 19, 2018. owners may contact mack customer service at 1-800-866-1177. mack's number for this recall is sc0414.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 18V765000 or campaign SC0414.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V765000

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

What is recall 18V765000?

NHTSA recall 18V765000 was issued by Mack Trucks, Inc. on October 30, 2018. It addresses: Incorrect plow light software/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 755 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mack Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V765000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC0414. 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.