WHELEN WHELEN BRAKE LIGHT Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
WHELEN BRAKE LIGHT
Brand
WHELEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Whelen Engineering Co Inc is recalling certain WHELEN BRAKE LIGHT equipment due to exterior lighting:brake lights issues. If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Whelen Engineering Co Inc (Whelen) is recalling various models of accessory brake lights for use with emergency vehicles. 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." For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCLRPT-18E063-9047.pdf
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Whelen will notify owners, and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2018. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026