CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Horton Type I and Type III ambulances, equipped with Whelen accessory 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."
- Risk
- If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Halcore will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2017-2018 Horton Type I and Type III ambulances fitted with Whelen accessory brake lights may have wiring that causes these lights to illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 for lamps and reflective devices.
False brake light signals can confuse other drivers about when you are slowing or stopping, which could increase the risk of a crash. If you own or drive one of the affected vehicles, pay attention to whether your brake lights come on when you are not braking.
The remedy is free. Halcore Group will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights at no charge. You can contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343, and you should check your vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Horton Type I | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Horton Type III | 20172018 |