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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 19V161📅 Mar 5, 2019

2018 Svi Trucks Fire Engine & 2018 Svi Trucks HAZ-MAT + 4 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

SVI Trucks (SVI) is recalling certain 2018 Light Rescue, Heavy Rescue, Fire Engine, Haz-Mat and Wildland emergency 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."

💥 The risk

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

🔧 The fix

SVI Trucks has notified owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
19V161000
Manufacturer
SVI Trucks
Vehicles affected
16
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Owner phone
1-860-718-2331
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 22, 2019
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 19V161 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 19V161?

2018 Svi Trucks Fire Engine & 2018 Svi Trucks HAZ-MAT + 4 more. 16 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Svi Trucks dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-860-718-2331.