Recall 13V072 affects 49 2012, 2014 Caterpillar CT660 trucks missing side marker lamps or reflective tape. Repair is free at any franchised Caterpillar dealer.
Caterpillar is recalling 49 2012 and 2014 CT660 heavy duty trucks because side marker lamps or reflective tape were not applied to trucks 30 feet or longer. Missing markings reduce visibility to other drivers and increase crash risk; the Caterpillar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The exterior lighting and reflective material on a heavy duty truck help other drivers see its size, sides, and rear edges in low light. On 2012, 2014 Caterpillar CT660 trucks, side marker lamps and reflective tape are part of that visibility system, especially because these trucks are 30 feet or longer.
On affected CT660 trucks, certain side marker lamps, reflective tape, or both were not installed when the trucks were built by Navistar. That means the truck does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 for lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. The issue is not a broken lamp after use; it is missing required visibility equipment from the original build.
An owner can look along the sides and rear edges for missing marker lamps or reflective tape. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers the CT660 in 2 model years, with the same exterior-lighting component listed for each year.
| 2012 Caterpillar CT660 | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2014 Caterpillar CT660 | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 49 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Missing side marker lamps or reflective tape make the truck harder for other drivers to see, which increases the risk of a crash. If you drive before the repair, use extra caution around traffic and contact a Caterpillar dealer for the repair path. Repair will be free at any franchised Caterpillar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 or 2014 Caterpillar CT660 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Caterpillar dealer to confirm repair timing for the missing side marker lamps or reflective tape.
- Schedule the free lighting and reflective-tape repair that restores the truck's side visibility.
- Bring the recall notice if Caterpillar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V072 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, especially in low light or heavy traffic.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Caterpillar technician handles the lighting and conspicuity repair for the CT660. The filing describes certain trucks missing side marker lamps, reflective tape, or both, so the repair centers on adding or correcting those required lamps and reflective markings. Because the campaign does not list a current remedy status, confirm repair availability with the Caterpillar dealer before arranging service. The dealer repair will be free once available, and parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| March 12, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 26, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V072?
Recall 13V072 covers 49 2012 and 2014 Caterpillar CT660 heavy duty trucks missing required side marker lamps, reflective tape, or both. The missing equipment reduces the truck's visibility to other drivers and increases crash risk. Caterpillar dealers will repair the vehicles for free.
What should I do if my 2012 and 2014 Caterpillar CT660 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 13V072. If it is, contact a franchised Caterpillar dealer to schedule the exterior lighting and reflective tape repair. Reference recall number 13V072 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Caterpillar dealers will add the missing side marker lamps, reflective tape, or both free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility. If the required side marker lamps or reflective tape are missing, other drivers have less visual warning of the truck's length and position, which increases the risk of a crash. The dealer repair corrects the missing exterior lighting equipment for free.
What if I bought my Caterpillar CT660 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific CT660 is included, then contact a franchised Caterpillar dealer and reference recall number 13V072.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V072000 |
|---|---|
| Caterpillar customer service | 1-800-447-4986 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V072 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V072000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →