FORD F550 2018: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| Make : FORD | Model : F550 | Year : 2018 |
| Build Dates : 2018-06-18 - 2018-06-18 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V251000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-03-28 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-03-28 | Date Added to Database: 2019-04-01 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: Whelen 18E-063 | ||
| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2 | ||
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Summary:
Fire Equipment Sales & Service "FES" is recalling one Super C Brush emergency vehicle and one Tanker emergency vehicle equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. |
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Consequence:
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
FES has already notified owners, and replaced the brake lights, free of charge. Owners may contact FES customer service at 1-803-494-6000 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: | |
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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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