Vehicle recall 19V223000 · March 21, 2019
2017-2018 Hackney Emergency Vehicle
Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- VT Hackney, Inc. (VT Hackney) is recalling certain 2017-2018 emergency 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. 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 incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- VT Hackney will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lights. The recall began April 25, 2019. Owners may contact VT Hackney customer service at 1-800-763-0700, extension 2016.
- 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
- 19V223000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 21, 2019
- Filed by
- VT Hackney, Inc.
- Owner notification
- April 25, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4
- 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.
- Hackney Emergency Vehicle (2017-2018): 2018, 2017
Has your Hackney been repaired?
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