J&J TRUCK BODIES DUMP BODY 2018: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V126000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| J&J TRUCK BODIES | DUMP BODY | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-03-07 | 2019-02-25 | 2019-02-27 |
Production Dates: 2017-11-01 - 2018-05-16
Manufacturers Involved: Somerset Welding & Steel, Inc.
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 28
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Somerset Welding & Steel Inc. "Somerset" is recalling certain 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body vehicles equipped with Whelen 40BTTD 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.
Somerset Welding & Steel has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact J&J Truck Bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044.
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.
