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NHTSARecalled Mar 1, 2019 · #19V155000

Brake Lights may Randomly Illuminate

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 MCB Custom Bodies Responders/Rescue Walkaround vehicles 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. If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Brake Lights may Randomly Illuminate
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Maintainer will notify owners instructing them how to obtain replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

View the official CPSC notice