Custom Truck And Body Works | NHTSA Recall #21V143000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V143000 by Custom Truck And Body Works. Includes 2 affected units, Rear LED Lights Too Bright/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Custom truck and body works (custom truck) is recalling one 2016 ford f550 vehicle and one 2018 international 4000 vehicle equipped with 7x9 combination led stop-tail-turn reverse lights. the lights may be too bright, exceeding the maximum light output allowed which may adversely affect the vision of drivers. 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 truck has notified owners, and the light manufacturer, ecco, will provide a lens filter to dim the light, free of charge. the recall began february 16, 2021. owners may contact custom truck customer service at 1-888-712-2962.