NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Lifeline Type I Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2019 Lifeline Type I has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Lifeline dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2019 Lifeline Type I. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
NHTSA #19V073000Reported January 31, 2019 · Life Line Emergency Vehicles
Potentially affected: 200 vehicles
Defect description
Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Type I and Type III ambulances built on Ford F-Series, Ford E-Series, Freightliner, Chevrolet Cutaway G-Series, Dodge Chassis Cab, Navistar and Kenworth chassis, 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.
Safety consequence
If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Life Line will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lights, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2019. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317, extension 132.
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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