SVI TRUCKS UNSPECIFIED 2018: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V161000

Make Model Year
SVI TRUCKS UNSPECIFIED 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-03-22 2019-03-01 2019-03-05

Manufacturers Involved: SVI Trucks

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 16

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

SVI Trucks "SVI" is recalling certain 2018 Light Rescue, Heavy Rescue, Fire Engine, Haz-Mat and Wildland emergency vehicles 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

SVI Trucks has notified owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

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.