The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V305000·Announced 2019-04-17

Spencer Fire Trucks Recalled for Brake Light Wiring Defect

Spencer Manufacturing is recalling certain 2017-2019 fire trucks because Whelen accessory brake lights may illuminate without the brake pedal being pressed.

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 injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Spencer Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain 2017, 2018, and 2019 fire trucks equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. The affected models include the TM-3000, TM-1000, WS-3900, SM-2000, WS-2000, Rescue, Grass Rig, and SM-1000 series.

Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SPENCER FIRE TRUCK
Brand
SPENCER
Manufacturer
Spencer Manufacturing, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fire Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
12

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 (1)

  • FIRE TRUCK

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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