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NHTSARecalled Dec 19, 2018 · #18V897000

Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC (Seagrave) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Marauder and Capital emergency 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." If the brake light falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108
  • 2017-2018 Marauder and Capital emergency
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Seagrave will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2019. Owners may contact Seagrave customer service at 715-823-2141.

View the official CPSC notice