Somerset Welding & Steel, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V126000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V126000 by Somerset Welding & Steel, Inc.. Affecting 2017-2018 j&j truck bodies dump body vehicles equipped with whelen 40bttd brake lights Includes 28 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 j&j truck bodies dump body vehicles equipped with whelen 40bttd brake lights

Defect Summary

Somerset welding & steel inc. (somerset) is recalling certain 2017-2018 j&j truck bodies dump body vehicles equipped with whelen 40bttd 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

Somerset welding & steel has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began march 7, 2018. owners may contact j&j truck bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V126000
Manufacturer: Somerset Welding & Steel, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2019-02-25T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 28

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Somerset welding & steel inc. (somerset) is recalling certain 2017-2018 j&j truck bodies dump body vehicles equipped with whelen 40bttd 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, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Somerset welding & steel has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began march 7, 2018. owners may contact j&j truck bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 19V126000
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