NHTSA recall campaign
19V305000
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →