NHTSA recall 19V-251 (19V251000)
exterior lighting recall reported March 28, 2019 - about 2 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V251000
- Also written as
- 19V-251
- Manufacturer number
- Whelen 18E-063
- Reported
- March 28, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~2
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Fire Equipment Sales & Service (FES) is recalling one Super C Brush emergency vehicle and one Tanker emergency vehicle equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Why it is dangerous
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
FES has already notified owners, and replaced the brake lights, free of charge. Owners may contact FES customer service at 1-803-494-6000 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-251 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.