Recall 19V126 covers 28 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body vehicles for false brake-light illumination. Repair is free at a franchised J&J Truck Bodies dealer.
J&J Truck Bodies is recalling 28 2017-2018 Dump Body vehicles equipped with Whelen 40BTTD brake lights because the lights can illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. Incorrect brake-light signals can confuse other drivers and increase crash risk; J&J Truck Bodies dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The brake light on the 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body is the rear lamp that tells traffic behind the truck when the driver is braking. These vehicles use Whelen 40BTTD brake lights, which are LED lamp assemblies wired into the truck's exterior lighting system. Under normal operation, the brake lights illuminate only when the brake pedal is pressed.
On affected trucks, the light assembly can react to transient voltage on the input line. That means a short electrical voltage spike in the wiring gives the lamp the wrong signal. Depending on the truck's wiring and other installed equipment, the brake lights illuminate even when the driver has not pressed the pedal. That false brake signal is the defect in recall 19V126.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or driver would need to see the rear lights glowing when the brake pedal is not pressed, or have another person report it.
Who's affected?
These dump bodies were built from November 1, 2017, through May 16, 2018, across the 2017 and 2018 model years.
| 2017 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body | Brake lights |
| Units affected | 28 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect brake lights can make following drivers react to the wrong signal, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before the lights illuminate incorrectly, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon if included. Repair is free at any franchised J&J Truck Bodies dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised J&J Truck Bodies dealer to schedule the free brake-light replacement that stops the lights from illuminating when the brake pedal is not pressed.
- Bring any recall notice you received. If you do not have one, reference recall number 19V126 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and leave extra space so other drivers have more time to react.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a J&J Truck Bodies technician replaces the Whelen 40BTTD brake lights covered by recall 19V126. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. The recall began March 7, 2018, so the remedy is open now. If you already paid out of pocket for related brake-light repairs before the owner notice, the manufacturer's general reimbursement plan on file covers documented expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 25, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 7, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 15, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 15, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V126?
Recall 19V126 covers 28 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body vehicles equipped with Whelen 40BTTD brake lights. The brake lights can illuminate when the brake pedal is not pressed, which can confuse other drivers and increase crash risk. J&J Truck Bodies will replace the brake lights for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 J&J Truck Bodies Dump Body is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V126. If it is, contact J&J Truck Bodies customer service at 1-814-444-7044 and ask for the free brake-light replacement. Reference recall 19V126 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 19V126, J&J Truck Bodies will replace the affected brake lights free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is confusing brake-light behavior. If the brake lights illuminate when the brake pedal is not pressed, drivers behind the vehicle can misread what the truck is doing, increasing the risk of a crash.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V126000 |
|---|---|
| J&J Truck Bodies customer service | 1-814-444-7044 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V126 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V126000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →