19V464Vehicle 11 documents
Brake Light may Randomly Illuminate
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Farber Specialty Vehicles
- Units affected
- 1
- Recall opened
- Jun 18, 2019
- Owner notification
- Feb 4, 2020
- Manufacturer campaign
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- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (1)
- INTERNATIONAL 43002018
Component / system
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect
Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling certain 2018 International 4300 SBA 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.
Risk / consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Farber will notify owners, and Whelen will remedy the lights, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Farber at 1-800-331-3188.
Documents (11)
Source: NHTSA campaign 19V464000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.