Pierce Manufacturing | NHTSA Recall #18V756000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V756000 by Pierce Manufacturing. Affecting 2017-2018 pierce arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, velocity, and commercial vehicles equipped with whelen accessory brake lights Includes 717 affected units, Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017-2018 pierce arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, velocity, and commercial vehicles equipped with whelen accessory brake lights

Defect Summary

Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2018 pierce arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, velocity, and commercial vehicles equipped with 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. 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."

Corrective Action

Pierce will notify owners, and whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began march 4, 2019. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V756000
Manufacturer: Pierce Manufacturing
Report Received Date: 2018-10-26T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 717

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2018 pierce arrow xt, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, velocity, and commercial vehicles equipped with 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. 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."
Consequence Summary: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Pierce will notify owners, and whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began march 4, 2019. Owners may contact pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 11.14

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NHTSA ID: 18V756000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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