FORD F-550 2019: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V226000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | F-550 | 2019 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-03-19 | 2019-03-22 | 2019-03-25 |
Production Dates: 2018-11-22 - 2019-01-01
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108
Watts Manufacturing, LLC "Watts Manufacturing" is recalling certain 2019 First responder vehicles built on Ford F-550 chassis and 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. 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."
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Watts Manufacturing will notify owners and Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Watts Manufacturing customer service at 1-785-404-6003.
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.
