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- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Precision Industries (Precision) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Emergency Vehicles built on Spartan Metrostar chassis and equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. 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
- Precision will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lights, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2019. Owners may contact Precision Industries customer service at 1-573-346-8387.
- 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 emergency vehicles built on this chassis are equipped with brake lights that may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. Depending on how the vehicle is wired, this can happen, and the vehicle no longer meets the federal lighting standard for brake lights.
False brake light activation can confuse other drivers about whether you are slowing or stopping, which may increase the risk of a crash. Owners will be notified by Precision Industries, and the brake lights will be replaced free of charge at an authorized dealer. You can contact Precision Industries customer service at 1-573-346-8387 for more information, and you should check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Spartan Metro Star | 20172018 |
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