Vehicle recall 19V255000 · March 28, 2019
2018 Ram 5500
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
- Blanchat Mfg., Inc. (Blanchat) is recalling one 2018 B-27 Minuteman vehicle built on a RAM 5500 chassis and equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. 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
- Blanchat has notified the owner, and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2019. Owners may contact Blanchat customer service at 1-620-896-7145.
- 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
- 19V255000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 28, 2019
- Filed by
- Blanchat Mfg., Inc.
- Owner notification
- March 27, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Vehicles covered
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