2018 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance | 2017 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance | 2017 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance | 2018 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance — Exterior lighting: brake lights
Published February 27, 2019 · Recall initiated: February 26, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V128000, published February 27, 2019 and initiated February 26, 2019. Recalling firm: Foundation Ambulance, Inc.; 2018 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance | 2017 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance | 2017 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance | 2018 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance — Exterior lighting: brake lights.
What's the hazard
Foundation Ambulance, Inc. (Foundation Ambulance) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Type I and Type III Modular Body ambulances equipped with Whelen 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
Foundation Ambulance has notified owners and will replace the Whelen lights, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Foundation Ambulance customer service at 1-678-826-2219.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FOUNDATION AMBULANCE
- Model
- TYPE I AMBULANCE
- Manufacturer
- Foundation Ambulance, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 FOUNDATION AMBULANCE TYPE I AMBULANCE | 2017 FOUNDATION AMBULANCE TYPE III AMBULANCE | 2017 FOUNDATION AMBULANCE TYPE I AMBULANCE | 2018 FOUNDATION AMBULANCE TYPE III AMBULANCE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance | 2017 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance | 2017 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance | 2018 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V128000 on February 27, 2019. Reported hazard: Foundation Ambulance, Inc. (Foundation Ambulance) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Type I and Type III Modular Body ambulances equipped with Whelen 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?
Foundation Ambulance has notified owners and will replace the Whelen lights, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Foundation Ambulance customer service at 1-678-826-2219.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FOUNDATION AMBULANCE. Model: TYPE I AMBULANCE.