Wells Brake Light Switch CR4854: Exterior lighting — switch

Affects Wells Brake Light Switch CR4854 · — — about 24K vehicles.

The hazard

If the switch does not illuminate brake lights, other drivers may not know that the vehicle is slowing. If the brake light switch does not cancel cruise control, the vehicle may unexpectedly maintain its speed. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Wells will notify owners, and distributors will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2016. Owners may contact Wells customer service at 1-920-922-5900.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational