Component Description
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
North Central Emergency Vehicles
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20171101
End Date Of Manufacturing
20181231
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
5
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20190520
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
North Central Emergency Vehicles
Report Received Date
20190410
Record Creation Date
20190410
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
North Central Emergency Vehicles (North Central) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ambulances remounted on Ford E-350 and E-450 and Chevrolet G4500 chassis equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Consequence Summary
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary
North Central will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. Owners may contact North Central Emergency Vehicles customer service at 1-320-395-2529.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
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