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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V594000

2018 Aev Traumahawk | 2017 Aev Traumahawk — Exterior lighting: brake lights

Published September 11, 2018 · Recall initiated: September 7, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18V594000, published September 11, 2018 and initiated September 7, 2018. Recalling firm: Halcore Group, Inc.; 2018 Aev Traumahawk | 2017 Aev Traumahawk — Exterior lighting: brake lights.

What's the hazard

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017-2018 AEV Traumahawk Type I & Type III ambulances, equipped with Whelen accessory 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.

What to do

Halcore will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.

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Recall details

Brand
AEV
Model
TRAUMAHAWK
Manufacturer
Halcore Group, Inc.
Lot
2018 AEV TRAUMAHAWK | 2017 AEV TRAUMAHAWK
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Aev Traumahawk | 2017 Aev Traumahawk — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V594000 on September 11, 2018. Reported hazard: Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017-2018 AEV Traumahawk Type I & Type III ambulances, equipped with Whelen accessory 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Halcore will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AEV. Model: TRAUMAHAWK.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)