2018 Frontline C-35x | 2019 Frontline C-35x | 2018 Frontline C-25 | 2019 Frontline Encore Rescue | 2018 Frontline Encore Rescue | 2019 Frontline C-25 | 2018 Frontline C-45x-3 | 2019 Frontline C-45x-3 — Exterior lighting: brake lights
Published April 10, 2019 · Recall initiated: April 9, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V280000, published April 10, 2019 and initiated April 9, 2019. Recalling firm: Pierce Manufacturing; 2018 Frontline C-35x | 2019 Frontline C-35x | 2018 Frontline C-25 | 2019 Frontline Encore Rescue | 2018 Frontline Encore Rescue | 2019 Frontline C-25 | 2018 Frontline C-45x-3 | 2019 Frontline C-45x-3 — Exterior lighting: brake lights.
What's the hazard
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is 2018-2019 Frontline C-35X, C-25, C-45X-3 and Encore Rescue 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
Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace brake lights, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Pierce at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is FLCWBL0419.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FRONTLINE
- Model
- C-35X
- Manufacturer
- Pierce Manufacturing
- Lot
- 2018 FRONTLINE C-35X | 2019 FRONTLINE C-35X | 2018 FRONTLINE C-25 | 2019 FRONTLINE ENCORE RESCUE | 2018 FRONTLINE ENCORE RESCUE | 2019 FRONTLINE C-25 | 2018 FRONTLINE C-45X-3 | 2019 FRONTLINE C-45X-3
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Frontline C-35x | 2019 Frontline C-35x | 2018 Frontline C-25 | 2019 Frontline Encore Rescue | 2018 Frontline Encore Rescue | 2019 Frontline C-25 | 2018 Frontline C-45x-3 | 2019 Frontline C-45x-3 — Exterior lighting: brake lights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V280000 on April 10, 2019. Reported hazard: Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is 2018-2019 Frontline C-35X, C-25, C-45X-3 and Encore Rescue 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?
Pierce has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace brake lights, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Pierce at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is FLCWBL0419.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FRONTLINE. Model: C-35X.