2018 HACKNEY EMERGENCY VEHICLE RECALL - #19V223000
RECALL FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING : BRAKE LIGHTS
VT Hackney, Inc. (VT Hackney) is recalling certain 2017-2018 emergency 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."
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2018 HACKNEY EMERGENCY VEHICLE |
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| Manufacturer |
VT Hackney, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
2/15/2018 - 7/31/2018 |
| Recalled on |
3/25/2019 |
| Influenced by |
VT Hackney, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
4/25/2019 |
| # Affected |
4 |
| Recalled for |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
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| Description |
VT Hackney, Inc. (VT Hackney) is recalling certain 2017-2018 emergency 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." |
| Consequences |
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
VT Hackney will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lights. The recall began April 25, 2019. Owners may contact VT Hackney customer service at 1-800-763-0700, extension 2016. |
| 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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