CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Toyne, Inc. (Toyne) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus trucks, 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 lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyne will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2019. Owners may contact Toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328 or 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain fire apparatus trucks equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights may have wiring that causes the brake lights to illuminate even when the brake pedal is not pressed. This means the vehicle does not meet federal lighting safety requirements.
If the brake lights turn on falsely, drivers behind you may be confused about whether you are slowing or stopping, which increases the risk of a rear-end crash. Owners should be aware of this problem, especially when operating the vehicle in traffic.
The repair is free. Toyne will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the brake lights at no cost. You can contact Toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331, and you can check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Toyne Fire Apparatus | 20172018 |
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