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2017-2019 Kme Commercial Pumper, Kme Commercial Rescue and others recall: brake lights

Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. reported this safety recall on September 13, 2018. It covers about 111 vehicles.

vehicles affected
111
reported
Sep 13, 2018
owners notified
Nov 2, 2018

Exterior lighting: brake lights

What is wrong
Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Commercial Pumper, Commercial Rescue, Commercial Tanker, Commercial Wildland, 2018-2019 Predator Aerial, Predator Panther Pumper, Predator Pumper, Predator Rescue, Predator SS Pumper, Predator Tanker, 2018 Predator Panther Aerial, Predator Panther Tanker, Predator SS Aerial, Predator SS TDA, and Predator TDA 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 with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Recall number 18V622000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V622000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2019 Kme Commercial Pumper, Kme Commercial Rescue and others brake lights?

Yes. Recall 18V622000, reported on September 13, 2018, covers about 111 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V622000?

KME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1‑800‑235‑3928.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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