Southeast Apparatus Recall 19V331000: Exterior Lighting, Brake Lights

NHTSA recall 19V331000 · announced April 30, 2019 · filed by Southeast Apparatus · 39 units affected

The problem

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.

The risk

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

What to do

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.

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 Southeast Apparatus Pumper
• 2018 Southeast Apparatus Pumper
• 2017 Southeast Apparatus Rescue Truck
• 2018 Southeast Apparatus Rescue Truck
• 2017 Southeast Apparatus Tanker
• 2018 Southeast Apparatus Tanker

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