Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company | NHTSA Recall #18V587000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V587000 by Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company. Affecting 2017-2019 midwest all-poly series and quick attack emergency vehicles, equipped with certain whelen accessory brake lights Includes 37 affected units, Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017-2019 midwest all-poly series and quick attack emergency vehicles, equipped with certain whelen accessory brake lights

Defect Summary

Midwest fire equipment & repair company (midwest) is recalling certain 2017-2019 midwest all-poly series and quick attack emergency vehicles, equipped with certain whelen accessory brake lights. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Corrective Action

Midwest will notify owners, and whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began september 15, 2018. owners may contact midwest customer service at 1-800-344-2059.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V587000
Report Received Date: 2018-09-04T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 37

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Midwest fire equipment & repair company (midwest) is recalling certain 2017-2019 midwest all-poly series and quick attack emergency vehicles, equipped with certain whelen accessory brake lights. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Consequence Summary: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Midwest will notify owners, and whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began september 15, 2018. owners may contact midwest customer service at 1-800-344-2059.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 94.59

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NHTSA ID: 18V587000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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