FOUNDATION AMBULANCE TYPE III AMBULANCE 2017: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V128000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FOUNDATION AMBULANCE | TYPE III AMBULANCE | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-03-21 | 2019-02-26 | 2019-02-27 |
Manufacturers Involved: Foundation Ambulance, Inc.
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 28
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108
Foundation Ambulance, Inc. "Foundation Ambulance" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Type I and Type III Modular Body ambulances 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, increasing the risk of a crash.
Foundation Ambulance has notified owners and will replace the Whelen lights, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Foundation Ambulance customer service at 1-678-826-2219.
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.
