Recall 13E051000: Exterior Lighting, Headlights

NHTSA recall 13E051000 · announced September 9, 2013 · Depo · 2,286 units affected

The problem

Maxzone Auto Parts Corporation (Maxzone) is recalling certain DEPO-brand headlamps sold as replacement equipment for certain model year 2004 through 2008 Ford F-150 pickup trucks. The replacement lamps may have areas of moisture inside the lens. As such, the headlamps fail to conform to the humidity requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

The headlamps may not illuminate the roadway as brightly as intended, resulting in reduced visibility for the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Maxzone will replace the noncompliant headlamps free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2014. Owners may contact Maxzone at 1-909-822-3288.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.