Southeast Apparatus recall: Exterior lighting
What is wrong
Southeast Apparatus is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tankers, Pumpers, and 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.
What could happen
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Southeast Apparatus will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2019. Owners may contact Southeast Apparatus customer service at 1-888-996-6277.
Vehicles covered
- Southeast Apparatus Pumper 2017–2018
- Southeast Apparatus Rescue Truck 2017–2018
- Southeast Apparatus Tanker 2017–2018
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 19V331000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Southeast Apparatus
- Reported to NHTSA
- Apr 30, 2019
- Owners notified
- May 1, 2019
- Vehicles or items affected
- 39
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
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.
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.