Recall 18V602000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS Defect in 2017-2018 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I
RECALL This recall affects up to 459 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V602000 |
| Manufacturer | REV Ambulance Group Orlando, INC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 459 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2017 MCCOY MILLER TYPE I, 2017 MARQUE TYPE III, 2017 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I, 2017 MCCOY MILLER TYPE III, 2017 WHEELED COACH TYPE III, 2017 WHEELED COACH TYPE I, 2017 ROAD RESCUE TYPE III, 2017 FRONTLINE TYPE I, 2017 FRONTLINE TYPE III, 2017 MARQUE TYPE I, 2018 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I, 2018 MARQUE TYPE III, 2018 MCCOY MILLER TYPE I, 2018 MARQUE TYPE I, 2018 FRONTLINE TYPE I, 2018 WHEELED COACH TYPE III, 2018 WHEELED COACH TYPE I, 2018 ROAD RESCUE TYPE III, 2018 MCCOY MILLER TYPE III, 2018 FRONTLINE TYPE III
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Defect Description
REV Ambulance Group Orland, Inc. (REV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Road Rescue, Marque, Wheeled Coach, Frontline, and McCoy Miller Type I and Type III ambulances, equipped with Whelen accessory 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."
Safety Consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
REV will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2018. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-855-661-9232.
Related Recalls for ROAD RESCUE
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V616000 | 2019 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 11 | |
| 20V284000 | 2020 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I | SERVICE BRAKES | 59 | |
| 19V250000 | 2018 ROAD RESCUE ULTRAMEDIC | EQUIPMENT | 3 | |
| 17V334000 | 2012 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I | EQUIPMENT | 24 | |
| 17V131000 | 2017 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 69 | |
| 16V605000 | 2011 ROAD RESCUE DURAMEDIC | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 172 | |
| 16V708000 | 2011 ROAD RESCUE SPECIALTY VEHICLE | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 145 | |
| 16V718000 | 2017 ROAD RESCUE TYPE III | SEATS | 39 | |
| 05V153000 | 2002 ROAD RESCUE AMBULANCE | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 216 | |
| 05V142000 | 2000 ROAD RESCUE AMBULANCE | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3,500 |