2018 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus | 2017 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus — Exterior lighting: brake lights
Published December 13, 2018 · Recall initiated: December 7, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V874000, published December 13, 2018 and initiated December 7, 2018. Recalling firm: Rosenbauer America; 2018 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus | 2017 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus — Exterior lighting: brake lights.
What's the hazard
Rosenbauer America (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus vehicles, 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 to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000. Rosenbauer's number for this recall is 18E-063.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ROSENBAUER
- Model
- FIRE APPARATUS
- Manufacturer
- Rosenbauer America
- Lot
- 2018 ROSENBAUER FIRE APPARATUS | 2017 ROSENBAUER FIRE APPARATUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus | 2017 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V874000 on December 13, 2018. Reported hazard: Rosenbauer America (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus vehicles, 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 to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000. Rosenbauer's number for this recall is 18E-063.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ROSENBAUER. Model: FIRE APPARATUS.