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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V159000

2018 Marion Fire And Emergency | 2017 Marion Fire And Emergency — Exterior lighting: brake lights

Published March 5, 2019 · Recall initiated: March 1, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V159000, published March 5, 2019 and initiated March 1, 2019. Recalling firm: Marion Body Works Inc.; 2018 Marion Fire And Emergency | 2017 Marion Fire And Emergency — Exterior lighting: brake lights.

What's the hazard

Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire and Emergency Apparatus vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment.

What to do

Marion will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-4078.

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Recall details

Brand
MARION
Model
FIRE AND EMERGENCY
Manufacturer
Marion Body Works Inc.
Lot
2018 MARION FIRE AND EMERGENCY | 2017 MARION FIRE AND EMERGENCY
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Marion Fire And Emergency | 2017 Marion Fire And Emergency — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V159000 on March 5, 2019. Reported hazard: Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire and Emergency Apparatus vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment.

What should I do if I have this product?

Marion will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-4078.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MARION. Model: FIRE AND EMERGENCY.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)