Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V897000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V897000 by Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Llc. Affecting 2017-2018 marauder and capital emergency vehicles, equipped with whelen accessory brake lights Includes 87 affected units, Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 marauder and capital emergency vehicles, equipped with whelen accessory brake lights

Defect Summary

Seagrave fire apparatus, llc (seagrave) is recalling certain 2017-2018 marauder and capital emergency vehicles, equipped with whelen accessory brake lights. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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

Seagrave will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began february 8, 2019. owners may contact seagrave customer service at 715-823-2141.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V897000

Manufacturer: Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Llc

Report Received Date: 2018-12-19T00:00:00

Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 87

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Seagrave fire apparatus, llc (seagrave) is recalling certain 2017-2018 marauder and capital emergency vehicles, equipped with whelen accessory brake lights. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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 light falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Seagrave will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began february 8, 2019. owners may contact seagrave customer service at 715-823-2141.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 43.68

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NHTSA ID: 18V897000

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