Defect Description For Recall
HME, Inc (HME) Is Recalling Certain 2017-2018 1871 Vehicles, Equipped With Whelen Accessory Brake Lights. Depending On The Specific Wiring Of The Vehicle, The Brake Lights May Falsely Illuminate Even Without The Brake Pedal Being 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.”
Make Of Vehicle
HME
Model Of Vehicle
1871
Year
2017
Recall Campaign Number
19V028000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
If The Brake Lights Falsely Illuminate, Other Drivers Could Become Confused, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
HME Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Whelen Brake Lights, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began March 6, 2019. Owners May Contact HME’S Customer Service At 1-616-534-1463.
Vehicle Manufacturer
HME, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20171201
End Of Manufacture
20180717
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
46
Date Owners Notified
20190306
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
HME, Inc.
Date Report Received
20190111
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108