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- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Pierce Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, Velocity, and Commercial vehicles 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
- Pierce will notify owners, and Whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
- 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
Certain accessory brake lights installed on these vehicles may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. Depending on how the vehicle is wired, the lights can come on when the driver is not braking. This means the vehicle does not meet federal lighting standard FMVSS 108.
False brake light signals can confuse other drivers about whether you are slowing or stopping, which may increase the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Pierce will notify owners, and Whelen will inspect the vehicle and replace the brake lights if necessary at no charge. You can contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Pierce Arrow XT | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Pierce Commercial | 20172018 |
| Pierce Dash | 20172018 |
| Pierce Enforcer | 20172018 |
| Pierce Impel | 20172018 |
| Pierce Quantum | 20172018 |
| Pierce Saber | 20172018 |
| Pierce Velocity | 20172018 |