RAM 5500 2018: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V359000

Make Model Year
RAM 5500 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-05-20 2019-05-13 2019-05-14

Production Dates: 2018-01-29 - 2018-04-30

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis)

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

Unruh Fire, Inc. "Unruh Fire" is recalling one 2018 Dodge 5500-based fire truck 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

Unruh Fire has notified the owner and will provide replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080.

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.