CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 MCB Custom Bodies Responders/Rescue Walkaround vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
- Risk
- If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Maintainer will notify owners instructing them how to obtain replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 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
Some brake lights on these vehicles may light up even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. The lights are supposed to signal only when the driver is braking, so this false signal can confuse drivers behind or beside the vehicle.
The mistaken light can make other drivers think you are slowing or stopping when you are not, which could increase the risk of a crash. If you notice your brake lights on while you are driving with your foot off the pedal, treat it as a problem to get checked promptly.
The repair is free. Maintainer will notify owners on how to obtain replacement brake lights at no charge. You can contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Maintainer Rescue | 20172018 |
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