PIERCE SABER (2017) recall — Exterior Lighting
Pierce is recalling 2017-2018 models with Whelen brake lights that may illuminate without braking, risking crashes. Owners must contact Pierce for free brake light replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Pierce is recalling certain 2017-2018 vehicles with Whelen brake lights that may turn on without pressing the brake pedal. This could confuse other drivers and increase crash risk. Affected owners should contact Pierce customer service for free brake light replacement. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226299-pierce-2017-vehicle-brake-light-recall-incorrect-illumination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226299-pierce-2017-vehicle-brake-light-recall-incorrect-illumination-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V756000
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“Pierce 2017 Vehicle Brake Light Recall: Incorrect Illumination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226299-pierce-2017-vehicle-brake-light-recall-incorrect-illumination-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V756000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V756000).
Why it’s dangerous
The brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal is not pressed, causing confusion for other drivers. This could lead to crashes if other drivers mistakenly think the vehicle is braking when it isn't.
Who’s affected
Owners of Pierce 2017-2018 models with Whelen accessory brake lights are affected. Drivers using these vehicles are most at risk due to potential brake light malfunction.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Pierce vehicle (2017-2018 models) has Whelen accessory brake lights. The recall covers Pierce Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, Velocity, and Commercial vehicles.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Pierce Customer Service
Call 1-888-974-3723 to schedule brake light inspection and replacement if needed.
What NHTSA says to do
Pierce will notify owners, and Whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The brake lights may illuminate without pressing the brake pedal, causing confusion for other drivers and potentially increasing crash risk.
Do I need to stop using my vehicle immediately?
No, the recall does not require immediate stop use. Pierce will inspect and replace brake lights as necessary.
How can I check if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your Pierce vehicle (2017-2018 models) has Whelen accessory brake lights.
Contact Pierce
We’ve drafted a message you can send Pierce to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V756000 — Pierce Pierce Hello, I own a Pierce that is covered by recall 18V756000 from Pierce. The official recall notice states: Pierce will notify owners, and Whelen will inspect the vehicles and replace the brake lights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V756000 (October 26, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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