The 2017 GMC G3500 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 17 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Recall campaigns
EXTERIOR LIGHTING19V3420002019-05-0317 affected
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.
Consequence
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.
Complaints by component
ENGINE
1
POWER TRAIN
1
SERVICE BRAKES
1
Total complaints3
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“During deceleration/downshifting from 40mph+ the brakes resist similar to abs engaging, rpms spike, and the vehicle lurches forward.”
“During deceleration/downshifting from 40mph+ the brakes resist similar to abs engaging, rpms spike, and the vehicle lurches forward.”
“During deceleration/downshifting from 40mph+ the brakes resist similar to abs engaging, rpms spike, and the vehicle lurches forward.”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL,
FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2017 GMC G3500 as of
July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page
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