Campaign 18V-890

Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed

Defect summary

Frazer is recalling certain 2017-2018 Frazer Type 1 Ambulance, Type 3 Ambulance, and Mobile Stroke Unit emergency vehicles, built on Ford F-350, F-450, F-550, and RAM and Chevrolet 3500, 4500, and 5500 chassis, 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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Frazer has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 24, 2018. Owners may contact Frazer customer service at 1-888-372-9371.

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.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 18V890000. Text as published by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered

3 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about lighting on these vehicles: 0, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 18V-890
Make	Model	Model years
Frazer	Mobile Stroke Unit	2017 to 2018
Frazer	Type 1 Ambulance	2017 to 2018
Frazer	Type 3 Ambulance	2017 to 2018

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.