J&j Truck Bodies Recall 19V126000: Exterior Lighting, Brake Lights

NHTSA recall 19V126000 · announced February 25, 2019 · filed by Somerset Welding & Steel, Inc. · 28 units affected

The problem

Somerset Welding & Steel Inc. (Somerset) is recalling certain 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body vehicles equipped with Whelen 40BTTD brake lights. 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."

The risk

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

What to do

Somerset Welding & Steel has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2018. Owners may contact J&J Truck Bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044.

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 J&j Truck Bodies Dump Body
• 2018 J&j Truck Bodies Dump Body

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