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Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus Recall 21V641: Lights Too Bright, Could Impair Other Drivers' Vision

NHTSA campaign 21V641, reported August 16, 2021, 49 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain emergency vehicles from 2015 through 2020 are equipped with Code 3 7x9 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse All-in-One LED lights that may be brighter than federal limits allow. The lights exceed the maximum permitted light output under Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108, which governs lamps and reflective devices.

The excessive brightness can affect the vision of other drivers, which increases the risk of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, the remedy is free: the manufacturer will provide instructions for obtaining a filter kit from the light manufacturer. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 8, 2021.

If you have not received a notice, contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service at 1-309-482-6121. You can also check your vehicle identification number for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V641Alexis Fire Equipment Company
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem
Alexis Fire Equipment Company (Alexis Fire) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Alexis Fire Equipment emergency vehicles equipped with Code 3 7x9 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse All-in-One LED lights. The lights may be too bright, exceeding the maximum light output allowed which may adversely affect the vision of drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Alexis Fire will notify owners, and provide instructions on how to obtain a filter kit from the light manufacturer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 8, 2021. Owners may contact Alexis Fire's customer service at 1-309-482-6121.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus201520162017201820192020