⚠️

This is a historical safety record. The campaign may no longer be active.

NHTSA : 19V212000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Defect Description

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."

Consequence / Hazard

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

Proposed Solution

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.

🚗 Affected Vehicles1

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.