FREIGHTLINER M2 2017: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V353000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | M2 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-09 | 2019-05-13 |
Production Dates: 2017-08-01 - 2018-06-11
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108
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.
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
