NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V028000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Published January 31, 2019 · Recall initiated: January 11, 2019
What's the hazard
HME, Inc (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2018 1871 vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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
HME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Whelen brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2019. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.
Recall details
- Brand
- HME
- Model
- 1871
- Manufacturer
- HME, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 HME 1871 | 2018 HME 1871
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US