Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 19V232000

Exterior lighting: brake lights

SNF, Inc. dba BFX Fire Apparatus filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2019-03-25.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V232000

Exterior lighting: brake lights

Component
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Manufacturer
SNF, Inc. dba BFX Fire Apparatus
Vehicles affected
55
Reported to NHTSA
2019-03-25
Owners notified
2020-04-16

Defect description

SNF, Inc. dba BFX Fire Apparatus (BFX) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Brush Trucks equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. 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

BFX has notified the affected owners and will replace the Whelen lights. Owners may contact BFX Fire Apparatus customer service at 1-877-347-3011.

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

2 model years across 1 models.

ModelYears on record
BFX FIRE APPARATUS Brush Truck2018 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.