FORD L9000 1995: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V353000

Make Model Year
FORD L9000 1995
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-05-09 2019-05-09 2019-05-13

Production Dates: 2018-04-25 - 2019-02-26

Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

Stainless & Repair, Inc. "Stainless & Repair" is recalling certain 2016-2017 Freightliner M2-112 and 1994-1995 Ford L9000 vehicles 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

Stainless & Repair will notify owners, and Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Stainless & Repair at 1-715-591-4933.

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.