NHTSA Campaign 19V285000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Issued by North Central Emergency Vehicles · Reported Apr 10, 2019 · 5 vehicles affected

What's wrong

North Central Emergency Vehicles (North Central) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ambulances remounted on Ford E-350 and E-450 and Chevrolet G4500 chassis 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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

North Central will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. Owners may contact North Central Emergency Vehicles customer service at 1-320-395-2529.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
CHEVROLET G4500 2018 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY CHEVY G4500 2016 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY CHEVY G4500 2017 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY FORD E-350 2016 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY FORD E-350 2017 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY FORD E-350 2018 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY FORD E-450 2016 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY FORD E-450 2017 5
NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY FORD E-450 2018 5

Source: NHTSA Campaign 19V285000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.