Custom Truck & Body Works Tanker recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 20, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Custom Truck And Body Works recalls 2017–2019 Custom Truck & Body Works — 6 models

Recall number

18V920000

Brand / firm

Custom Truck & Body Works

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 28 units

Why it was recalled

If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Custom Trucks And Body Works (Custom Trucks) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Type I, II and III Ambulances, Rescue Trucks, Pump Trucks and Tanker Trucks 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.

What to do

Custom Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Custom Trucks customer service at 1-706-553-9178 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.