PETERBILT 348 2018: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V243000

Make Model Year
PETERBILT 348 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-03-29 2019-03-27 2019-03-28

Production Dates: 2017-11-01 - 2018-05-16

Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 16342

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

Osco Tank & Truck Sales, Inc. "Osco Tank & Truck Sales" recalling certain emergency vehicles built on 2018 Peterbilt 348 and 2012 Kenwoth T440 chassis and 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."

Consequence

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Osco Tank & Truck Sales will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact Osco Tank & Truck Sales customer service at 1-309-526-3636.

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.