Ldv, Inc. recall: Exterior lighting
What is wrong
LDV, Inc., (LDV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Command Center and Emergency Response support vehicles. 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."
What could happen
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
LDV has notified owners and Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.
Vehicles covered
- Ldv, Inc. Command Center 2017–2018
- Ldv, Inc. Emergency Response 2017–2018
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 19V163000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Ldv, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Mar 4, 2019
- Owners notified
- Apr 9, 2019
- Vehicles or items affected
- 17
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
- Safety standard
- FMVSS 108
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Ldv, Inc. recall: Equipment Dec 5, 2022
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.