CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Curbtender, Inc. (Curbtender) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 and QT06 vehicles with curbtenders 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
- Curbtender will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Curbtender customer service at 1-319-266-1721.
- 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 trucks with Curbtender equipment have Whelen brake lights that may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed, depending on how the vehicle's wiring is set up. Other drivers may read this as the vehicle slowing or stopping when it is not, which could confuse them and raise the risk of a crash.
Curbtender, Inc. will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will replace the brake lights at no cost to you. The recall began February 4, 2020.
If you own this vehicle, contact Curbtender customer service at 1-319-266-1721 to confirm it is covered, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-650 | 2018 |
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