SPARTAN FIRE METRO STAR 2018: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| Make : SPARTAN FIRE | Model : METRO STAR | Year : 2018 |
| Build Dates : 2017-12-04 - 2018-07-09 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V268000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-06-12 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-04-02 | Date Added to Database: 2019-04-03 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Shyft Group | ||
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| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 3 | ||
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Summary:
Precision Industries "Precision" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Emergency Vehicles built on Spartan Metrostar chassis and equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. 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." |
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Consequence:
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Precision will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lights, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2019. Owners may contact Precision Industries customer service at 1-573-346-8387. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108 | |
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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. |
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