Exterior lighting: brake lightsRecall 18V-874 · 2017–2018 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus
Rosenbauer America recall 18V-874 covers 319 2017–2018 Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus for a exterior lighting: brake lights problem, reported to NHTSA on December 7, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q4) shows 54% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V874000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Rosenbauer America (Rosenbauer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus vehicles, 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. As such these vehicles fail to comply to with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Rosenbauer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Rosenbauer customer service at 1-651-462-1000. Rosenbauer's number for this recall is 18E-063.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
54%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 9, 2017 to May 30, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.