NHTSA Recall 19V464000
Filed by International Motors, LLC. Component: Exterior Lighting. Reported 2019-06-18. An estimated 1 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling certain 2018 International 4300 SBA 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.
Risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Farber will notify owners, and Whelen will remedy the lights, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Farber at 1-800-331-3188.
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.