2018 Kenworth T370 | 2018 Ford F-650 Sd | 2017 International Workstar | 2018 International Durastar | 2018 International Workstar | 2018 Freightliner M2 — Exterior lighting: brake lights
Published March 28, 2019 · Recall initiated: March 26, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V239000, published March 28, 2019 and initiated March 26, 2019. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2018 Kenworth T370 | 2018 Ford F-650 Sd | 2017 International Workstar | 2018 International Durastar | 2018 International Workstar | 2018 Freightliner M2 — Exterior lighting: brake lights.
What's the hazard
Custom Fab & Body LLC (Custom Fab & Body) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 XLT Crew Cab, 2017-2018 International 7500 4x4, and 2018 International 7500 4x2, Freightliner M2-112 and M2-106, and Kenworth T-370-based emergency 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
Custom Fab & Body has notified owners, instructing them to contact Whelen for replacement lights, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-9504.
Get an email if KENWORTH has another recall
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- KENWORTH
- Model
- T370
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Lot
- 2018 KENWORTH T370 | 2018 FORD F-650 SD | 2017 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR | 2018 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR | 2018 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR | 2018 FREIGHTLINER M2
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- NHTSA2027 Kenworth T880 | 2027 Kenworth W990 | 2027 Kenworth T280 | 2027 Kenworth T480 | 2027 Peterbilt 536 | 2027July 28, 2026
- NHTSA2024 Kenworth T680 | 2025 Kenworth T680 | 2026 Kenworth T680 | 2024 Kenworth T880 | 2025 Kenworth T880 | 2026September 3, 2025
- NHTSA2023 Kenworth T680 | 2023 Peterbilt 579 | 2023 Peterbilt 520 | 2022 Kenworth T680 — Electrical system:March 25, 2025
- NHTSA2025 Kenworth K270 | 2024 Peterbilt 220 | 2025 Peterbilt 220 | 2024 Kenworth K370 | 2025 Kenworth K370 | 2024March 25, 2025
- NHTSAContender Contender — Tires: markingsMarch 28, 2019
- NHTSA2018 Thor Motor Coach Four Winds | 2018 Thor Motor Coach Chateau | 2020 Thor Motor Coach Magnitude | 2020 ThorMarch 28, 2019
Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Kenworth T370 | 2018 Ford F-650 Sd | 2017 International Workstar | 2018 International Durastar | 2018 International Workstar | 2018 Freightliner M2 — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V239000 on March 28, 2019. Reported hazard: Custom Fab & Body LLC (Custom Fab & Body) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 XLT Crew Cab, 2017-2018 International 7500 4x4, and 2018 International 7500 4x2, Freightliner M2-112 and M2-106, and Kenworth T-370-based emergency 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?
Custom Fab & Body has notified owners, instructing them to contact Whelen for replacement lights, free of charge. The recall began April 11, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-9504.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KENWORTH. Model: T370.