Exterior lighting: brake lightsRecall 19V-342 · Ford and GMC vehicles
Taylor Made Ambulances recall 19V-342 covers 17 Ford and GMC vehicles for a exterior lighting: brake lights problem, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2019.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V342000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3500-based 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.
The risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Taylor Made will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Taylor Made Ambulances customer service at 1-800-468-1310.
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 November 9, 2017 to June 20, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.