Recall 19V236000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS Defect in 2018-2018 RAM 4500
RECALL This recall affects up to 36 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 19V236000 |
| Manufacturer | Excellance, Inc |
| Vehicles Affected | 36 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Excellance, Inc. (Excellance) is recalling certain 2018 Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles built on Ford E-350, E-450, F-650, F-550 4x4, Chevrolet G4500, G4500 Diesel, C3500, G3500, Freightliner M2, International 4300, and Dodge 4500 chassis and 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."
Safety Consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Excellance has notified owners, instructing them to contact Whelen to have the brake lights replaced, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Execellance at 1-256-772-9321.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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