Custom Fab & Body Llc | NHTSA Recall #19V239000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V239000 by Custom Fab & Body Llc. Affecting 2018 ford f-650 xlt crew cab, 2017-2018 international 7500 4x4, and 2018 international 7500 4x2, freightliner m2-112 and m2-106, and kenworth t-370-based emergency vehicles equipped with whelen brake lights Includes 7 affected units, Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 ford f-650 xlt crew cab, 2017-2018 international 7500 4x4, and 2018 international 7500 4x2, freightliner m2-112 and m2-106, and kenworth t-370-based emergency vehicles equipped with whelen brake lights

Defect Summary

Custom fab & body llc (custom fab & body) is recalling certain 2018 ford f-650 xlt crew cab, 2017-2018 international 7500 4x4, and 2018 international 7500 4x2, freightliner m2-112 and m2-106, and kenworth t-370-based emergency vehicles equipped with whelen 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

Custom fab & body has notified owners, instructing them to contact whelen for replacement lights, free of charge. the recall began april 11, 2019. owners may contact whelen customer service at 1-860-526-9504.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V239000
Manufacturer: Custom Fab & Body Llc
Report Received Date: 2019-03-26T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 7

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Custom fab & body llc (custom fab & body) is recalling certain 2018 ford f-650 xlt crew cab, 2017-2018 international 7500 4x4, and 2018 international 7500 4x2, freightliner m2-112 and m2-106, and kenworth t-370-based emergency vehicles equipped with whelen 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, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Custom fab & body has notified owners, instructing them to contact whelen for replacement lights, free of charge. the recall began april 11, 2019. owners may contact whelen customer service at 1-860-526-9504.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 14.29

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NHTSA ID: 19V239000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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