Ford E-350, E-450, F-450 and others: Brake lights

Date

May 3, 2019

Filed by

Taylor Made Ambulances

Vehicles

Ford E-350 (2017, 2018); Ford E-450 (2017, 2018); Ford F-450 (2017, 2018); Ford F-550 (2017, 2018); GMC G3500 (2017, 2018)

Manufacturer of the vehicles

Ford Motor Company; General Motors, LLC

Component

Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights

Description of the defect

Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3500-based ambulances 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.

Potentially affected

17

What can happen

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

Remedy

Taylor Made will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Taylor Made Ambulances customer service at 1-800-468-1310.

Recall notes

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.

Owner notification date

June 5, 2019

Recall type

V (vehicle)

FMVSS

108

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

19V342000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.