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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16E001000

Wells Brake Light Switch Cr4854 — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

Published January 12, 2016 · Recall initiated: January 12, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16E001000, published January 12, 2016. Recalling firm: Wells Vehicle Electronics, L.P.; Wells Brake Light Switch Cr4854 — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch.

What's the hazard

Wells Vehicle Electronics, L.P. (Wells) is recalling certain Brake Light switches, sold as Airtex part number 1S5010, Advantech part number 5T9, Duralast part number CR4854, Valucraft part number CR4854VC, Carquest ECC "Blue" part number 53-54425, and Carquest Rig "Red" part number 58220, manufactured April 2, 2015, to September 18, 2015. The affected brake light switches may not illuminate the brake lights, or disengage the cruise control.

What to do

Wells will notify owners, and distributors will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2016. Owners may contact Wells customer service at 1-920-922-5900.

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Recall details

Brand
WELLS
Model
BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH CR4854
Manufacturer
Wells Vehicle Electronics, L.P.
Lot
WELLS BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH CR4854 | CARQUEST ECC "BLUE BRAKE LIGHT SWIT 53-54425 | VALUCRAFT BRAKE LIGHT SWIT CR4854VC | ADVANTECH BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH 5T9 | DURALAST BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH CR4854 | CARQUEST RIG "RED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH 58220 | AIRTEX BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH 1S5010
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Wells Brake Light Switch Cr4854 — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E001000 on January 12, 2016. Reported hazard: Wells Vehicle Electronics, L.P. (Wells) is recalling certain Brake Light switches, sold as Airtex part number 1S5010, Advantech part number 5T9, Duralast part number CR4854, Valucraft part number CR4854VC, Carquest ECC "Blue" part number 53-54425, and Carquest Rig "Red" part number 58220, manufactured April 2, 2015, to September 18, 2015. The affected brake light switches may not illuminate the brake lights, or disengage the cruise control.

What should I do if I have this product?

Wells will notify owners, and distributors will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2016. Owners may contact Wells customer service at 1-920-922-5900.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WELLS. Model: BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH CR4854.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)