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NHTSARecalled 2019-03-04

LDV, Inc. — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

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2018 LDV, INC. COMMAND CENTER; 2018 LDV, INC. EMERGENCY RESPONSE; 2017 LDV, INC. EMERGENCY RESPONSE; 2017 LDV, INC. COMMAND CENTER

  • Brand LDV, INC.

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

What happened

LDV, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 Command Center and Emergency Response support vehicles because the brake lights may illuminate incorrectly even when the brake pedal is not being pressed. This defect can confuse other drivers and increase the risk of a crash, and the vehicles do not meet federal safety standards for lighting equipment.

To remedy this issue, Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights at no charge. Owners should contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 to arrange the replacement.

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, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

What should I do?

LDV has notified owners and Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

Details from the source

LDV, Inc., (LDV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Command Center and Emergency Response support vehicles. 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."

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

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

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