NHTSA Recall 18V920000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)
Custom Truck And Body Works reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Custom Truck & Body Works Pumper.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V920000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | December 20, 2018 |
| Owner notification | February 28, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Custom Trucks And Body Works (Custom Trucks) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Type I, II and III Ambulances, Rescue Trucks, Pump Trucks and Tanker 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.
Safety risk
If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Custom Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Custom Trucks customer service at 1-706-553-9178 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.
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
Vehicles covered by recall 18V920000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Custom Truck & Body Works Pumper | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Custom Truck & Body Works Rescue Truck | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Custom Truck & Body Works Tanker | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Custom Truck & Body Works Type 1 Ambulance | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Custom Truck & Body Works Type 2 Ambulance | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Custom Truck & Body Works Type 3 Ambulance | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.