Recall 21V641 covers 49 2015-2020 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus emergency vehicles with overly bright LED lights. Free filter kit available.
Alexis Fire Equipment is recalling 49 2015-2020 Fire Apparatus emergency vehicles because certain Code 3 rear LED lights are too bright and exceed the federal lighting limit. Excessive brightness can affect other drivers' vision and increase crash risk, and the Alexis Fire Equipment dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The Code 3 7x9 combination lamp on the 2015-2020 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus handles several rear lighting jobs in one housing. It works as a stop lamp, tail lamp, turn signal, and reverse lamp, so nearby drivers can tell when the apparatus is braking, turning, backing up, or present on the road.
On affected vehicles, the lamps produce more light than FMVSS 108 permits. The issue is not that the lamp goes dark; it is that the output is too intense. Excess brightness from the rear lamp can interfere with the vision of drivers behind or near the apparatus. Alexis Fire Equipment's repair uses a filter kit to bring the lamp output back within the allowed range.
There is no warning sign before failure. A lamp that still turns on and appears to work still needs the recall repair if the VIN is included, because the problem is measured by light output, not by whether the lamp illuminates.
Who's affected?
The same exterior lighting component appears across the 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 model years.
| 2017 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2020 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Exterior lighting |
| 2015 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Exterior lighting |
| 2016 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Exterior lighting |
| 2018 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Exterior lighting |
| 2019 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 49 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Excessive light brightness can impair other drivers' vision and increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, limit use of the recalled lighting until the filter kit is installed. Repair is free at any franchised Alexis Fire Equipment dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2020 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus is included in this recall.
- Contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service at 1-309-482-6121 to get the free Code 3 7x9 LED light filter kit instructions.
- Reference recall number 21V641 when you call, and have the vehicle information ready.
- Install the filter kit or schedule service before returning the apparatus to regular operation; the kit reduces the excessive rear light brightness that affects other drivers' vision.
What happens at the repair
Alexis Fire Equipment notified owners and gave instructions for getting a free filter kit from the light manufacturer for the Code 3 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse LED lights. The kit addresses the excessive light output covered by this recall. The filter kit is free under the recall. Out-of-pocket work already paid is handled through the ECCO/Code 3 warranty or goodwill program, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask Alexis Fire Equipment customer service how that warranty or goodwill coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| August 16, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 8, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 28, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V641?
Recall 21V641 covers 49 2015-2020 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus emergency vehicles with Code 3 7x9 Stop-Tail-Turn Reverse All-in-One LED lights. The lights exceed the allowed brightness level and affect other drivers' vision, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2015-2020 Alexis Fire Equipment Fire Apparatus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 21V641. If it is, contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service at 1-309-482-6121 or a franchised Alexis Fire Equipment service contact for instructions on getting the free filter kit.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost. Alexis Fire Equipment will provide instructions for obtaining the light manufacturer's filter kit free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is glare from rear lighting that is brighter than allowed. Alexis Fire Equipment says the excessive brightness affects the vision of other drivers, increasing crash risk. The remedy is a free filter kit for the affected Code 3 lights.
When were owners notified about recall 21V641?
Alexis Fire Equipment mailed owner notification letters on September 8, 2021. If you bought the emergency vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN and reference recall 21V641 when you contact Alexis Fire Equipment customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V641000 |
|---|---|
| Alexis Fire Equipment customer service | 1-309-482-6121 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V641 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V641000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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