Exterior lighting: brake lightsRecall 19V-212 · 2018 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus
Alexis Fire Equipment Company recall 19V-212 covers 11 2018 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus for a exterior lighting: brake lights problem, reported to NHTSA on March 19, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V212000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Alexis Fire Equipment Company (Alexis) is recalling certain 2018 Custom Fire Apparatus 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. 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, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Alexis will notify owners, and dealers will install replacement lights. free of charge. Owners may contact Alexis customer service at 1-800-322-2284. Alexis' 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.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 1, 2018 to October 23, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.