Fouts Bros recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 20, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Fouts Bros recalls 2017–2018 Fouts Bros. F-pumper, F-3000, F-rescue

Recall number

19V214000

Brand / firm

Fouts Bros.

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 15 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Fouts Bros (Fouts) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus F-3000, F-Rescue and F-Pumper 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."

What to do

Fouts has notified owners, and Fouts service centers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Fouts customer service at 1-800-948-5045.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.