Maintainer Rescue recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 1, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. recalls 2017–2018 Maintainer Rescue

Recall number

19V155000

Brand / firm

Maintainer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 12 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 MCB Custom Bodies Responders/Rescue Walkaround vehicles 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.

What to do

Maintainer will notify owners instructing them how to obtain replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.