Marion Body Works Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V159000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V159000 by Marion Body Works Inc.. Affecting 2017-2018 fire and emergency apparatus vehicles equipped with whelen brake lights Includes 18 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 fire and emergency apparatus vehicles equipped with whelen brake lights

Defect Summary

Marion body works inc. (marion) is recalling certain 2017-2018 fire and emergency apparatus vehicles equipped with whelen brake lights. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Marion will notify owners, and whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began march 3, 2019. owners may contact whelen customer service at 1-860-526-4078.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V159000

Manufacturer: Marion Body Works Inc.

Report Received Date: 2019-03-01T00:00:00

Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 18

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 18E-063

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Marion body works inc. (marion) is recalling certain 2017-2018 fire and emergency apparatus vehicles equipped with whelen brake lights. depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with 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: Marion will notify owners, and whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began march 3, 2019. owners may contact whelen customer service at 1-860-526-4078.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 66.67

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NHTSA ID: 19V159000

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