Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V163000 Reported March 4, 2019

Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108

Ldv, Inc. · Exterior Lighting · 17 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V163000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
17
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 4, 2019
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Ldv, inc., (ldv) is recalling certain 2017-2018 command center and emergency response support 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."

Safety Consequence

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Ldv has notified owners and whelen dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. the recall began on april 9, 2019. owners may contact whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ldv, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 19V163000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19V163000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19V163000?

NHTSA recall 19V163000 was issued by Ldv, Inc. on March 4, 2019. It addresses: Brake light may randomly illuminate/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 17 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ldv, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V163000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.