W. S. Darley & Co. | NHTSA Recall #19V162000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V162000 by W. S. Darley & Co.. Affecting 2017-2019 wasp fire trucks built on a ford f-550 or spartan metro star chassis equipped with whelen brake lights Includes 5 affected units, Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017-2019 wasp fire trucks built on a ford f-550 or spartan metro star chassis equipped with whelen brake lights

Defect Summary

W.s. Darley & co. (darley) is recalling certain 2017-2019 wasp fire trucks built on a ford f-550 or spartan metro star chassis 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 assoc. Equipment."

Corrective Action

Darley has notified owners and will provide replacement brake lights, free of charge. the recall began march 18, 2019. owners may contact darley customer service at 1-800-634-7812.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V162000
Manufacturer: W. S. Darley & Co.
Report Received Date: 2019-03-04T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: W.s. Darley & co. (darley) is recalling certain 2017-2019 wasp fire trucks built on a ford f-550 or spartan metro star chassis 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 assoc. Equipment."
Consequence Summary: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Darley has notified owners and will provide replacement brake lights, free of charge. the recall began march 18, 2019. owners may contact darley customer service at 1-800-634-7812.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 19V162000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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