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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V126000

2017 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body | 2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body — Exterior lighting: brake lights

Published February 27, 2019 · Recall initiated: February 25, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V126000, published February 27, 2019 and initiated February 25, 2019. Recalling firm: Somerset Welding & Steel, Inc.; 2017 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body | 2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body — Exterior lighting: brake lights.

What's the hazard

Somerset Welding & Steel Inc. (Somerset) is recalling certain 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body vehicles equipped with Whelen 40BTTD 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

Somerset Welding & Steel has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact J&J Truck Bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044.

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Recall details

Brand
J&J TRUCK BODIES
Model
DUMP BODY
Manufacturer
Somerset Welding & Steel, Inc.
Lot
2017 J&J TRUCK BODIES DUMP BODY | 2018 J&J TRUCK BODIES DUMP BODY
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body | 2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V126000 on February 27, 2019. Reported hazard: Somerset Welding & Steel Inc. (Somerset) is recalling certain 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body vehicles equipped with Whelen 40BTTD 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?

Somerset Welding & Steel has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact J&J Truck Bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: J&J TRUCK BODIES. Model: DUMP BODY.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)