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NHTSARecalled 2019-03-01

Marion Body Works Inc. — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Is my product affected?

2018 MARION FIRE AND EMERGENCY; 2017 MARION FIRE AND EMERGENCY

  • Brand MARION

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Marion Body Works Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire and Emergency Apparatus vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. The recalled brake lights may illuminate even when the brake pedal is not being pressed, depending on the vehicle's specific wiring. This defect can confuse other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected vehicle, you should contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-4loud-578 to arrange a free replacement of your brake lights. Marion will notify owners about the recall, which began on March 3, 2019.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

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

What should I do?

Marion will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-4078.

Details from the source

Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire and Emergency Apparatus vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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