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NHTSA Recall 19V155000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 Maintainer Rescue.

12
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (September 12)
NHTSA campaign19V155000
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS
Report receivedMarch 1, 2019
Owner notificationSeptember 12, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 MCB Custom Bodies Responders/Rescue Walkaround vehicles 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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

Maintainer will notify owners instructing them how to obtain replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2018. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588 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 19V155000

Make and modelModel years
Maintainer Rescue2017, 2018

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.