NHTSA Campaign 18V874000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Issued by Rosenbauer America · Reported Dec 7, 2018 · 319 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Rosenbauer America (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus vehicles, equipped with 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. As such these vehicles fail to comply to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

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

Remedy

Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000. Rosenbauer's number for this recall is 18E-063.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
ROSENBAUER FIRE APPARATUS 2017 319
ROSENBAUER FIRE APPARATUS 2018 319

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V874000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.