Vehicle recall 19V159000 · March 1, 2019

2017-2018 Marion Fire and Emergency

Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fire and Emergency Apparatus vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Marion will notify owners, and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-526-4078.
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: 19V159000
Reported to NHTSA: March 1, 2019
Filed by: Marion Body Works Inc.
Manufacturer campaign: 18E-063
Owner notification: March 3, 2019
Vehicles potentially affected: 18
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Exterior lighting › Brake lights

Recall 19V159000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Marion Fire and Emergency (2017-2018): 2018, 2017

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