Starcraft/fmvss 108/brake lights
Defect Summary
Certain buses built on ford e-series chassis and equipped with wheelchair lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the brake lights will not function if the wheelchair lift enable switch is turned on while the vehicle is in gear.
Safety Consequence
If the brake lights fail to come on, there will be no rear brake lights to indicate to following vehicles that the vehicle is decelerating, which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the main electrical circuit board. owner notification began may 3, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact starcraft at 1-800-348-7440, ext. 312.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Starcraft Bus And Mobility or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 04V161000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V161000?
NHTSA recall 04V161000 was issued by Starcraft Bus And Mobility on April 5, 2004. It addresses: Starcraft/fmvss 108/brake lights. The recall affects approximately 91 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Starcraft Bus And Mobility dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V161000 or the manufacturer campaign number 040331. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.