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.”
Pierce Manufacturing – Brake Light May Randomly Illuminate/FMVSS 108
| Report Received Date | 04/09/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V280000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | FLCWBL0419 |
| Potentially Affected | 4 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V280000) |
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