2017–2018 Hackney Emergency Vehicle Recall: Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may…
NHTSA campaign 19V223000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Mar 21, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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."
The risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly 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
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney | Emergency Vehicle | 2017, 2018 |
Related recalls
Other campaigns involving Hackney vehicles
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- 2014–2016 Hackney Beverage Trailer and 1 other model — These valves may have been improperly machined which may…
- 2013–2014 Hackney Beverage Trailer — Affected trailer suspensions have pivot bolts that may fail
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V223000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.