Spencer Fire Truck recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 17, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Spencer Manufacturing, Inc. recalls 2017–2019 Spencer Fire Truck

Recall number

19V305000

Brand / firm

Spencer

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

Spencer Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 TM-3000 (1426), TM-1000 (1427) and TM-1000 (1428) Fire Trucks, 2018 WS-3900 (1429), SM-2000 (1430), WS-2000 (1431), Rescue (1440), Grass Rig (1443) and SM-1000 (1444) Fire Trucks, and 2019 TM-1000 (1434), TM-1000 (1433), and TM-1000 (1432) Fire 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

Spencer will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Spencer Manufacturing at 1-269-637-9459.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.