Liftgate (Maxon) – License Plate Kit Problem (2020)
Misaligned license plate light may slightly increase crash risk by reducing vehicle visibility.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
MAXON LIFTGATE
Brand
MAXON
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Maxon Lift Corp. is recalling certain MAXON LIFTGATE equipment due to structure:body:hatchback/liftgate issues. A license plate light aimed toward other drivers may increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Maxon Lift Corp. (Maxon) is recalling certain GPTLR and GPTWR Lift Gates that contain License Plate Kit part number 298872-01 that includes Light part number 908120-01. If installed, the license plate light may aim rearward and not towards the license plate. As such, this equipment fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A license plate light aimed toward other drivers may increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Maxon will notify the vehicle manufacturers who may, or may not, have used the Maxon provided License Plate Kit with Light and will provide a corrective kit as necessary, free of charge. Maxon customer service may be contacted at 1-562-404-6727. Maxon's number for this recall is 211385-01.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026