2006 Grote Clearance/Marker Lamp problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (2)
Exterior Lighting 2026-08-12 · campaign 26E054000 · 844 vehicles
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain Grote replacement marker lights with part number 78513681. The center roof marker lights may fail to illuminate. As such, this equipment fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the center roof marker light, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2609.
Exterior Lighting 2026-08-12 · campaign 26E055000 · 844 vehicles
Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain Grote replacement marker lights with part number 78513681. The center roof marker lights may fail to illuminate. As such, this equipment fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the center roof marker light, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0499.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.