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NHTSARecalled 2019-03-27

PACCAR Incorporated — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Is my product affected?

2012 KENWORTH T440; 2018 PETERBILT 348

  • Brand KENWORTH
  • Brand PETERBILT

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

What happened

Osco Tank & Truck Sales is recalling certain emergency vehicles built on 2018 Peterbilt 348 and 2012 Kenworth T440 chassis that are equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the vehicle's wiring, these brake lights may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. This malfunction can confuse other drivers and potentially increase the risk of a crash.

Osco Tank & Truck Sales will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights at no cost. The recall began on March 29, 2019. Owners of affected vehicles should contact Osco Tank & Truck Sales customer service at 1-309-526-3636 for more information about the recall and to arrange 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?

Osco Tank & Truck Sales will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact Osco Tank & Truck Sales customer service at 1-309-526-3636.

Details from the source

Osco Tank & Truck Sales, Inc. (Osco Tank & Truck Sales) recalling certain emergency vehicles built on 2018 Peterbilt 348 and 2012 Kenwoth T440 chassis and 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."

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

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

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