2017–2018 Foundation Ambulance Type I Ambulance, 2017–2018 Foundation Ambulance Type Iii Ambulance Recall: Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may…
NHTSA campaign 19V128000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Feb 26, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Foundation Ambulance, Inc. (Foundation Ambulance) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Type I and Type III Modular Body ambulances 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."
The risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, 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
Foundation Ambulance has notified owners and will replace the Whelen lights, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Foundation Ambulance customer service at 1-678-826-2219.
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
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Ambulance | Type I Ambulance | 2017, 2018 |
| Foundation Ambulance | Type Iii Ambulance | 2017, 2018 |
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V128000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.