Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 18V890000

Exterior lighting: brake lights

Frazer filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2018-12-13.

Recall campaignNHTSA 18V890000

Exterior lighting: brake lights

Component
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Manufacturer
Frazer
Vehicles affected
121
Reported to NHTSA
2018-12-13
Owners notified
2018-09-24

Defect description

Frazer is recalling certain 2017-2018 Frazer Type 1 Ambulance, Type 3 Ambulance, and Mobile Stroke Unit emergency vehicles, built on Ford F-350, F-450, F-550, and RAM and Chevrolet 3500, 4500, and 5500 chassis, 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.

Safety risk

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Frazer has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 24, 2018. Owners may contact Frazer customer service at 1-888-372-9371.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Scope of coverage

6 model years across 3 models.

ModelYears on record
FRAZER Mobile Stroke Unit2018 2017
FRAZER Type 1 Ambulance2018 2017
FRAZER Type 3 Ambulance2018 2017

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.