2017-2018 Hme 1871 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Hme, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 11, 2019. It covers about 46 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 46
- reported
- Jan 11, 2019
- owners notified
- Mar 6, 2019
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- HME, Inc (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2018 1871 vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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 falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- HME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Whelen brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2019. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1‑616‑534‑1463.
Recall number 19V028000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 19V028000
Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Hme 1871 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 19V028000, reported on January 11, 2019, covers about 46 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V028000?
HME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Whelen brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2019. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1‑616‑534‑1463.
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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