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NHTSARecalled Mar 19, 2019 · #19V212000

Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Alexis Fire Equipment Company (Alexis) is recalling certain 2018 Custom Fire Apparatus 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. 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 lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108
  • 2018 Custom Fire Apparatus
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Alexis Fire Equipment Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Alexis will notify owners, and dealers will install replacement lights. free of charge. Owners may contact Alexis customer service at 1-800-322-2284. Alexis' number for this recall is 18E-063.

View the official CPSC notice