Wells Stoplight Switch – 02E049000

Defect Description For Recall

Wells Aftermarket Stoplight Switches Manufactured From December 2000 Thru June 2002. Well’S Catalog Part Nos. Dr452, Dr427, Dr431. The Swich Can Remain In The “Stoplight Off” Position When The Brake Pedal Is Pressed.

Make Of Vehicle

WELLS

Model Of Vehicle

STOPLIGHT SWITCH

Year

9999

Recall Campaign Number

02E049000

Component Description

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Effect Of Defect

The Brake Lights Would Not Illuminate And The Anti-Lock Brake Would Not Be Available. In The Event Of An Emergency, If The Anti-Lock Braking System Is Disabled, A Vehicle Crash Could Occur, Possibly Resulting In Serious Injury Or Death.

Fix Defect

Wells Manufacturing Will Notify Its Customers And Replace The Switch Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Is Expected To Begin Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Wells Manufacturing At 1-800-558-9770.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Wells Manufacturing Co.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

E

Number Affected

19400

Date Owners Notified

20020820

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Wells Manufacturing Co.

Date Report Received

20020904

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard