Vehicle recall 18V919000 · December 20, 2018
2017-2018 Toyne Fire Apparatus
Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being pressed.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Toyne, Inc. (Toyne) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire Apparatus trucks, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyne will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2019. Owners may contact Toyne customer service at 1-712-673-2328 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V919000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 20, 2018
- Filed by
- Toyne Inc.
- Owner notification
- February 27, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 41
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Toyne Fire Apparatus (2017-2018): 2018, 2017
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