Foundation Ambulance Recall 19V128000: Exterior Lighting, Brake Lights

NHTSA recall 19V128000 · announced February 26, 2019 · filed by Foundation Ambulance, Inc. · 28 units affected

The problem

Foundation Ambulance, Inc. (Foundation Ambulance) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Type I and Type III Modular Body ambulances 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. 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

Foundation Ambulance has notified owners and will replace the Whelen lights, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Foundation Ambulance customer service at 1-678-826-2219.

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 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance
• 2018 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance
• 2017 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance
• 2018 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance

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