GODWIN DUMP BODY 2017: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V441000

Make Model Year
GODWIN DUMP BODY 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-04-01 2019-06-11 2019-06-12

Production Dates: 2017-10-02 - 2017-11-30

Manufacturers Involved: Godwin Manufacturing Company, Inc.

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 10

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

Godwin Manufacturing Company, Inc. "Godwin" is recalling certain 2017 453USS10/26 dump body 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

Godwin has notified owners and Whelen has provided replacement brake lights, fee of charge. The recall began April 1, 2019. Owners may contact Godwin customer service at 1-800-892-0181 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

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.