Recall 19V028000: 2017–2018 HME 1871

Report received

Jan 11, 2019

Manufacturer

HME, Inc.

Potentially affected

46vehicles

Model years

2017–2018

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

HME, Inc (HME) is recalling certain 2017-2018 1871 vehicles, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being 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."

Possible consequence

If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

HME will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Whelen brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2019. Owners may contact HME's customer service at 1-616-534-1463.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2017 HME 18710 complaints
• 2018 HME 18710 complaints