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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V212000

2018 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus — Exterior lighting: brake lights

Published March 21, 2019 · Recall initiated: March 19, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V212000, published March 21, 2019 and initiated March 19, 2019. Recalling firm: Alexis Fire Equipment Company; 2018 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus — Exterior lighting: brake lights.

What's the hazard

Alexis Fire Equipment Company (Alexis) is recalling certain 2018 Custom Fire Apparatus vehicles 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

Alexis will notify owners, and dealers will install replacement lights. free of charge. Owners may contact Alexis customer service at 1-800-322-2284. Alexis' number for this recall is 18E-063.

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Recall details

Brand
ALEXIS FIRE EQUIPMENT
Model
FIRE APPARATUS
Manufacturer
Alexis Fire Equipment Company
Lot
2018 ALEXIS FIRE EQUIPMENT FIRE APPARATUS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V212000 on March 21, 2019. Reported hazard: Alexis Fire Equipment Company (Alexis) is recalling certain 2018 Custom Fire Apparatus vehicles 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?

Alexis will notify owners, and dealers will install replacement lights. free of charge. Owners may contact Alexis customer service at 1-800-322-2284. Alexis' 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: ALEXIS FIRE EQUIPMENT. Model: FIRE APPARATUS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)