CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Marauder and Capital emergency vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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 light falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Seagrave will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2019. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 715-823-2141.
- 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 emergency vehicles have Whelen accessory brake lights that, depending on how the vehicle is wired, may turn on even when the brake pedal is not pressed. This means the vehicle does not meet the federal lighting standard for brake lights (FMVSS 108).
If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers may think the vehicle is slowing or stopping when it is not. That confusion could lead to a crash.
Owners will be notified by Seagrave, and an authorized dealer will replace the brake lights free of charge. Seagrave customer service can be reached at 715-823-2141. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Seagrave Capital | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Seagrave Marauder II | 20172018 |