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NHTSARecalled Mar 27, 2019 · #19V243000

Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108

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Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Osco Tank & Truck Sales, Inc. (Osco Tank & Truck Sales) recalling certain emergency vehicles built on 2018 Peterbilt 348 and 2012 Kenwoth T440 chassis and 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
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Osco Tank & Truck Sales, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Osco Tank & Truck Sales will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact Osco Tank & Truck Sales customer service at 1-309-526-3636.

View the official CPSC notice