CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Somerset Welding & Steel Inc. (Somerset) is recalling certain 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body vehicles equipped with Whelen 40BTTD 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, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Somerset Welding & Steel has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact J&J Truck Bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044.
- 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 dump bodies built in 2017 and 2018 by J&J Truck Bodies have Whelen 40BTTD brake lights that, depending on how the vehicle is wired, may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. Because these lights do not meet the federal lighting standard (FMVSS 108), they can send misleading signals to other drivers.
If the brake lights come on incorrectly, following drivers may think you are slowing or stopping when you are not. That confusion can lead to rear-end collisions or other crashes. If you own an affected vehicle, contact J&J Truck Bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044. Somerset Welding & Steel will replace the brake lights free of charge at no cost to you. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body | 20172018 |
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