Whelen Engineering Co Inc | NHTSA Recall #18E063000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E063000 by Whelen Engineering Co Inc. Includes 16,342 affected units, Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Whelen engineering co inc (whelen) is recalling various models of accessory brake lights for use with emergency vehicles. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." for a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/rclrpt-18e063-9047.pdf

Corrective Action

Whelen will notify owners, and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began on august 29, 2018. owners may contact whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18E063000

Manufacturer: Whelen Engineering Co Inc

Report Received Date: 2018-07-26T00:00:00

Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 16,342

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Whelen engineering co inc (whelen) is recalling various models of accessory brake lights for use with emergency vehicles. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." for a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/rclrpt-18e063-9047.pdf

Consequence Summary: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Whelen will notify owners, and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began on august 29, 2018. owners may contact whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 40.62

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NHTSA ID: 18E063000

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