Excellance Recalls 2018 Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles with Whelen Brake Lights

Plain-English summary

Excellance, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 ambulances and emergency vehicles built on Ford, Chevrolet, Freightliner, International, and Dodge chassis. These vehicles are equipped with Whelen brake lights that may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. This defect causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The affected vehicles include 2018 models based on Ford E-350, E-450, F-650, F-550 4x4, Chevrolet G4500, G4500 Diesel, C3500, G3500, Freightliner M2, International 4300, and Dodge 4500 chassis. The specific wiring of the vehicle determines if the brake lights are affected.

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. Owners have been notified and instructed to contact Whelen to have the brake lights replaced free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Excellance at 1-256-772-9321.

The recalled product

Product

RAM, CHEVROLET, FORD 4500, G4500, C3500, E-450

Brand

RAM

Manufacturer

Excellance, Inc

Category

Vehicle — Ambulance / Emergency Vehicle

Hazard

• crash-risk
• electrical-defect

Affected units

36

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