NHTSA recall 19V-353 (19V353000)
exterior lighting recall reported May 9, 2019 - about 2 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V353000
- Also written as
- 19V-353
- Reported
- May 9, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~2
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Stainless & Repair, Inc. (Stainless & Repair) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Freightliner M2-112 and 1994-1995 Ford L9000 vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. 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)
Stainless & Repair will notify owners, and Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Stainless & Repair at 1-715-591-4933.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-353 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.