Toyne Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V919000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V919000 by Toyne Inc.. Affecting 2017-2018 fire apparatus trucks, equipped with whelen accessory brake lights Includes 41 affected units, Brake Lights May Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017-2018 fire apparatus trucks, equipped with whelen accessory brake lights

Defect Summary

Toyne, inc. (toyne) is recalling certain 2017-2018 fire apparatus trucks, 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

Toyne will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began february 27, 2019. Owners may contact toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328 or whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V919000
Manufacturer: Toyne Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-12-20T00:00:00
Subject: Brake lights may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 41

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Toyne, inc. (toyne) is recalling certain 2017-2018 fire apparatus trucks, 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 lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Toyne will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began february 27, 2019. Owners may contact toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328 or whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 97.56

Metadata

SID: row-dr2d~4x82-utpq
NHTSA ID: 18V919000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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