Toyne Recall 18V919000: Exterior Lighting, Brake Lights

NHTSA recall 18V919000 · announced December 20, 2018 · filed by Toyne Inc. · 41 units affected

The problem

Toyne, Inc. (Toyne) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus trucks, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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."

The risk

If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Toyne will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2019. Owners may contact Toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2017 Toyne Fire Apparatus
• 2018 Toyne Fire Apparatus

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.