ALEXIS FIRE EQUPIMENT FIRE APPARATUS 2018: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| Make : ALEXIS FIRE EQUPIMENT | Model : FIRE APPARATUS | Year : 2018 |
| Build Dates : 2017-11-01 - 2018-05-16 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V919000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-02-27 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-12-20 | Date Added to Database: 2019-01-30 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Toyne Inc. | ||
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| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 41 | ||
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Summary:
Toyne, Inc. "Toyne" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus trucks, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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." |
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Consequence:
If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Toyne will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2019. Owners may contact Toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108 | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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