CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-550 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
- Farber will notify owners, and Whelen will remedy the lights, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Farber at 1-800-331-3188.
- 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 Ford F-550 vehicles fitted with Whelen brake lights may have brake lights that illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed, depending on how the vehicle is wired. Because other drivers may think you are braking when you are not, this can confuse them and could increase the risk of a crash.
Farber Specialty Vehicles will notify affected owners, and Whelen will repair the lights at no cost to you. The recall began February 4, 2020. You can contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Farber at 1-800-331-3188 for more information.
To find out whether your vehicle is affected, check your VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized dealer if your vehicle is listed.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner Redundant Ford F550 | 2017 |
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