Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 19V358000

Exterior lighting: brake lights

Unruh Fire, Inc. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2019-05-13.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V358000

Exterior lighting: brake lights

Component
Exterior lighting: brake lights
Manufacturer
Unruh Fire, Inc.
Vehicles affected
4
Reported to NHTSA
2019-05-13
Owners notified
2019-05-20

Defect description

Unruh Fire, Inc. (Unruh Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550-based fire trucks 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.

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer remedy

Unruh Fire has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began in May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080.

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
Ford F-5502018 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.