2018 HORTON TYPE III
2018 HORTON TYPE III Recall Title: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 HORTON TYPE III Recall Date: 2018-09-11
2018 HORTON TYPE III NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 18V605000
2018 HORTON TYPE III Recall Manufacturer: Halcore Group, Inc.
2018 HORTON TYPE III Recall Component(s): EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
2018 HORTON TYPE III Recall - Potential Number of Units Affected: 243
2018 HORTON TYPE III Recall Overview: Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Horton Type I and Type III ambulances, 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. 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.
Just What Is a Car Recall? Car Safety Recall Definition - A safety recall is an automotive manufacturer's way of notifying vehicle customers that their product has a flaw. The automobile problem is serious enough that if you do not correct the flaw your and/or your passengers' safety could be at risk. Generally recalls are initiated by the US Government, but sometimes individual car manufacturers will pre-emptively initiate a recall.
Where Do I Find My VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)? Look on the lower left of your car’s windshield for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your VIN is also located on your car’s registration card, and it may be shown on your insurance card.
Auto Tip - How Do I Find Out If My Vehicle Has A Recall? ==> An easy way to determine if you have an active car recall is to just enter your VIN number at the top of this page and CarFax will report if there are any issues at all with your vehicle. The CarFax Report image looks like this:
2018 HORTON TYPE III Recall 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.