NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Darley Fire Apparatus Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2019 Darley Fire Apparatus has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Darley dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2019 Darley Fire Apparatus. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA #19V162000Reported March 4, 2019 · W. S. Darley & Co.
Potentially affected: 5 vehicles
Defect description
W.S. Darley & Co. (Darley) is recalling certain 2017-2019 WASP fire trucks built on a Ford F-550 or Spartan Metro Star chassis equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Safety consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Darley has notified owners and will provide replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Darley customer service at 1-800-634-7812.
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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