Recall 19V225 affects 1 Iti Trailers-built 2018 Peterbilt tanker truck because brake lights can illuminate without braking. The lights were replaced free of charge.
Iti Trailers is recalling one 2018 Peterbilt tanker truck under recall 19V225 because its Whelen brake lights can illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed. That false brake signal can confuse other drivers and increase crash risk; Iti Trailers issued the recall, and a Peterbilt dealer will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
Iti Trailers installed Whelen M6BTT brake/tail lights on this 2018 Peterbilt tanker. Brake lights have a simple job: stay dark during normal driving, then light when the brake pedal is pressed. That signal tells drivers behind the tanker that it is slowing or stopped, and it helps the vehicle meet lighting requirements.
The problem is inside the supplied Whelen brake lights and depends on the truck's wiring. On the affected tanker, the brake lights can turn on even when the driver has not pressed the brake pedal. That sends the wrong signal to traffic behind the truck, because the lights show braking when the truck is not actually being braked.
Whelen corrected the problem with an upgraded light. There is no warning sign before failure. The driver is not in a position to see the rear brake lights while driving, so the false signal can happen without anything obvious in the cab.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Iti Trailers Peterbilt | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect brake-light illumination can make following drivers think the 2018 Peterbilt is braking when it is not, which creates confusion in traffic and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the lighting problem. Schedule the recall repair if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Peterbilt dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Iti Trailers Peterbilt is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer to schedule the free Whelen brake-light replacement that fixes brake lights illuminating when the pedal is not pressed.
- Bring the recall notice if Iti Trailers mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V225 when you call.
- Call Iti Trailers customer service at 814-634-0080 with questions about the completed light replacement.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance so other drivers have more time to react.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Peterbilt technician replaces the Whelen brake lights covered by recall 19V225 so the lights do not illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. ITI Trailers has notified the owner, and the light replacement is free under the recall. Parts and labor are covered for the affected 2018 Peterbilt tanker truck. The repair path is the brake-light replacement described in the recall remedy.
Timeline
| January 10, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| March 22, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V225?
Recall 19V225 covers 1 2018 Iti Trailers Peterbilt tanker truck built on a Peterbilt chassis with Whelen brake lights that can illuminate when the brake pedal is not pressed. The lights were replaced for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Iti Trailers Peterbilt is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 19V225. If it is, contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer or Iti Trailers service contact and reference recall 19V225. The brake lights were replaced free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Iti Trailers replaced the affected Whelen brake lights free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for the included truck.
What is the safety risk?
The brake lights can illuminate even when the brake pedal is not pressed. That false signal can confuse drivers behind the truck and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, confirm the completed brake-light repair before regular service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V225000 |
|---|---|
| Iti Trailers customer service | 814-634-0080 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V225 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V225000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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 →