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- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- SVI Trucks (SVI) is recalling certain 2018 Light Rescue, Heavy Rescue, Fire Engine, Haz-Mat and Wildland emergency 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. 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
- SVI Trucks has notified owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact 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 2018 emergency response vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights may have brake lights that illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. This does not meet federal lighting safety requirements.
False brake light signals can confuse other drivers about whether the vehicle is slowing or stopping, which could increase the risk of a crash. The brake lights will be replaced free of charge. Owners can contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 for more information. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| SVI Trucks Fire Engine | 2018 |
|---|---|
| SVI Trucks Haz-Mat | 2018 |
| SVI Trucks Heavy Rescue | 2018 |
| SVI Trucks Light Rescue | 2018 |
| SVI Trucks SVI Trucks | 2018 |
| SVI Trucks Wildland | 2018 |