The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V163000·Announced 2019-03-04

LDV Command Center and Emergency Response Vehicles Recalled for Brake Light Defect

LDV, Inc. is recalling 2017-2018 Command Center and Emergency Response vehicles because brake lights may illuminate without the pedal being pressed, potentially confusing other drivers.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect (incorrect brake light illumination) could increase the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

LDV, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 Command Center and Emergency Response support vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where, depending on the specific wiring, the brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. This issue causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on April 9, 2019.

LDV has notified owners, and Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights free of charge. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
LDV, INC. COMMAND CENTER, EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Brand
LDV, INC.
Manufacturer
LDV, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Emergency Response Vehicles
Hazard
Affected units
17

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • COMMAND CENTER
  • EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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