NHTSA campaign 18V920000
Custom Truck And Body Works recall 18V920000
Custom Trucks And Body Works (Custom Trucks) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Type I, II and III Ambulances, Rescue Trucks, Pump Trucks and Tanker Trucks 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.
What can happen
If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Repair
Custom Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Custom Trucks customer service at 1-706-553-9178 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.
Components
- Exterior lighting: Brake lights
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.