2018 FREIGHTLINER M2 RECALL - #19V239000
RECALL FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING : BRAKE LIGHTS
Custom Fab & Body LLC (Custom Fab & Body) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 XLT Crew Cab, 2017-2018 International 7500 4x4, and 2018 International 7500 4x2, Freightliner M2-112 and M2-106, and Kenworth T-370-based 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 FREIGHTLINER M2 |
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| Manufacturer |
Custom Fab & Body LLC |
| Manufactured between |
11/21/2017 - 3/27/2018 |
| Recalled on |
3/28/2019 |
| Influenced by |
Custom Fab & Body LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
4/11/2019 |
| # Affected |
7 |
| Recalled for |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
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| Description |
Custom Fab & Body LLC (Custom Fab & Body) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 XLT Crew Cab, 2017-2018 International 7500 4x4, and 2018 International 7500 4x2, Freightliner M2-112 and M2-106, and Kenworth T-370-based 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 |
Custom Fab & Body has notified owners, instructing them to contact Whelen for replacement lights, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-9504. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2018 FREIGHTLINER M2 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 FREIGHTLINER M2 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 FREIGHTLINER M2 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2018 FREIGHTLINER M2 Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
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