MERCEDES BENZ E450 2016: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Make : MERCEDES BENZ Model : E450 Year : 2016
Build Dates : 2017-11-01 - 2018-12-31
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V285000
Date Owner's Notified: 2019-05-20 Date Received by ODI: 2019-04-10 Date Added to Database: 2019-04-10
Manufacturers Involved: North Central Emergency Vehicles
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 5
Summary:
      North Central Emergency Vehicles "North Central" is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ambulances remounted on Ford E-350 and E-450 and Chevrolet G4500 chassis 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:
      North Central will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. Owners may contact North Central Emergency Vehicles customer service at 1-320-395-2529.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.