CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Unruh Fire, Inc. (Unruh Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550-based fire trucks 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
- Unruh Fire has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began in May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080.
- 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 2017-2018 Ford F-550-based fire trucks equipped with Whelen brake lights may have brake lights that illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. This happens because of how the wiring is set up on some vehicles.
The danger is that false brake light signals can confuse other drivers, who may think the vehicle is slowing or stopping when it is not. That mistake could increase the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this if their vehicle is part of the recall.
Unruh Fire, Inc. has notified owners and will replace the brake lights free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. To arrange the repair, contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-550 | 20172018 |
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