Exterior lighting: brake lightsRecall 19V-225 · 2018 Iti Trailers Peterbilt
ITI Trailers And Truck Bodies, Inc. recall 19V-225 covers 1 2018 Iti Trailers Peterbilt for a exterior lighting: brake lights problem, reported to NHTSA on March 22, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V225000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
ITI Trailers and Truck Bodies, Inc. is recalling one 3000 Gallon Tanker truck built on a 2018 Peterbilt chassis, 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, the 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
ITI Trailers and Truck Bodies has notified the owners and replaced the lights, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2019. Customers may contact ITI Trailers and Truck Bodies at 1-814-634-008.
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 2, 2018 to October 31, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.