2017–2019 Custom Truck & Body Works Pumper, 2017–2019 Custom Truck & Body Works Rescue Truck, 2017–2019 Custom Truck & Body Works Tanker and 3 other models Recall: Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may…
NHTSA campaign 18V920000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Dec 20, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Custom Trucks And Body Works (Custom Trucks) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Type I, II and III Ambulances, Rescue Trucks, Pump Trucks and Tanker Trucks equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
The risk
If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Custom Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Custom Trucks customer service at 1-706-553-9178 or Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.
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
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V920000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.