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2018 CUSTOM TRUCK & BODY WORKS Rescue Truck Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2018 CUSTOM TRUCK & BODY WORKS Rescue Truck has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized CUSTOM TRUCK & BODY WORKS dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 CUSTOM TRUCK & BODY WORKS Rescue Truck. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA #18V920000Reported December 20, 2018 · Custom Truck And Body Works
Potentially affected: 28 vehicles
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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
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