Defect Description For Recall
Custom Trucks And Body Works (Custom Trucks) Is Recalling Certain 2017-2019 Type I, Ii And Iii Ambulances, Rescue Trucks, Pump Trucks And Tanker Trucks Equipped With Whelen Accessory Brake Lights. Depending On The Specific Wiring Of The Vehicle, These Brake Lights May Illuminate When The Brake Pedal Has Not Been Pressed.
Make Of Vehicle
CUSTOM TRUCK & BODY WORKS
Model Of Vehicle
RESCUE TRUCK
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
18V920000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
Effect Of Defect
If The Brake Lights Falsely Illuminate, Other Drivers Could Become Confused, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Custom Trucks Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Brake Lights, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began February 28, 2019. Owners May Contact Custom Trucks Customer Service At 1-706-553-9178 Or Whelen Customer Service At 1-860-718-2331.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Custom Truck And Body Works
Start Of Manufacture
20171101
End Of Manufacture
20180516
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
38
Date Owners Notified
20190228
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Custom Truck And Body Works
Date Report Received
20181220