NHTSA Campaign 18V587000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Issued by Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company · Reported Sep 4, 2018 · 37 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company (Midwest) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Midwest All-Poly Series and Quick Attack emergency vehicles, equipped with certain Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Consequence

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Midwest will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2018. Owners may contact Midwest customer service at 1-800-344-2059.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
MIDWEST FIRE ALL-POLY SERIES 2017 37
MIDWEST FIRE ALL-POLY SERIES 2018 37
MIDWEST FIRE ALL-POLY SERIES 2019 37
MIDWEST FIRE QUICK ATTACK 2017 37
MIDWEST FIRE QUICK ATTACK 2018 37
MIDWEST FIRE QUICK ATTACK 2019 37

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V587000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.