Defect Description For Recall
Whelen Engineering Co Inc (Whelen) Is Recalling Various Models Of Accessory Brake Lights For Use With Emergency Vehicles. Depending On The Specific Wiring Of The Vehicle, These Brake Lights May Illuminate When The Brake Pedal Has Not Been 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.” For A Full List Of The Affected Models Visit: Https://Static.Nhtsa.Gov/Odi/Rcl/2018/Rclrpt-18E063-9047.Pdf
Make Of Vehicle
WHELEN
Model Of Vehicle
BRAKE LIGHT
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
18E063000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
Effect Of Defect
If The Brake Lights Incorrectly Illuminate, It Can Confuse Other Drivers, Possibly Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Whelen Will Notify Owners, And Will Replace The Brake Lights, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On August 29, 2018. Owners May Contact Whelen Customer Service At 1-860-718-2331.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Whelen Engineering Co Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20171101
End Of Manufacture
20180516
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
16342
Date Owners Notified
20180829
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Whelen Engineering Co Inc
Date Report Received
20180726
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108