NHTSA recall 19V-359 (19V359000)
exterior lighting recall reported May 13, 2019 - about 1 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V359000
- Also written as
- 19V-359
- Reported
- May 13, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~1
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Unruh Fire, Inc. (Unruh Fire) is recalling one 2018 Dodge 5500-based fire truck 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)
Unruh Fire has notified the owner and will provide replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-359 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.