Recall 16V165000: 2005–2016 Weiler B2, 2005–2016 Weiler B3, 2005–2016 Weiler B5 +6 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Mar 22, 2016
Vehicles affected
368
Models
9
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Weiler, Inc. (Weiler) is recalling certain model year 2002-2016 B2, B3, B5, F1, F3, F5, M100, M200, and WT4000 trucks manufactured April 8, 2003, to March 21, 2016. These trucks may have been produced with LED marker lights that do not have reflectors built into the lenses, thus reducing the visibility of the truck. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

Missing reflectors can reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Weiler will notify owners will supply reflective decals to be installed, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Weiler customer service at 1-641-828-6622.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2005 Weiler B2
  • 2006 Weiler B2
  • 2007 Weiler B2
  • 2008 Weiler B2
  • 2009 Weiler B2
  • 2010 Weiler B2
  • 2011 Weiler B2
  • 2012 Weiler B2
  • 2013 Weiler B2
  • 2014 Weiler B2
  • 2015 Weiler B2
  • 2016 Weiler B2
  • 2005 Weiler B3
  • 2006 Weiler B3
  • 2007 Weiler B3
  • 2008 Weiler B3
  • 2009 Weiler B3
  • 2010 Weiler B3
  • 2011 Weiler B3
  • 2012 Weiler B3
  • 2013 Weiler B3
  • 2014 Weiler B3
  • 2015 Weiler B3
  • 2016 Weiler B3
  • 2005 Weiler B5
  • 2006 Weiler B5
  • 2007 Weiler B5
  • 2008 Weiler B5
  • 2009 Weiler B5
  • 2010 Weiler B5
  • 2011 Weiler B5
  • 2012 Weiler B5
  • 2013 Weiler B5
  • 2014 Weiler B5
  • 2015 Weiler B5
  • 2016 Weiler B5
  • 2005 Weiler F1
  • 2006 Weiler F1
  • 2007 Weiler F1
  • 2008 Weiler F1
  • 2009 Weiler F1
  • 2010 Weiler F1
  • 2011 Weiler F1
  • 2012 Weiler F1
  • 2013 Weiler F1
  • 2014 Weiler F1
  • 2015 Weiler F1
  • 2016 Weiler F1
  • 2005 Weiler F3
  • 2006 Weiler F3
  • 2007 Weiler F3
  • 2008 Weiler F3
  • 2009 Weiler F3
  • 2010 Weiler F3
  • 2011 Weiler F3
  • 2012 Weiler F3
  • 2013 Weiler F3
  • 2014 Weiler F3
  • 2015 Weiler F3
  • 2016 Weiler F3
  • 2005 Weiler F5
  • 2006 Weiler F5
  • 2007 Weiler F5
  • 2008 Weiler F5
  • 2009 Weiler F5
  • 2010 Weiler F5
  • 2011 Weiler F5
  • 2012 Weiler F5
  • 2013 Weiler F5
  • 2014 Weiler F5
  • 2015 Weiler F5
  • 2016 Weiler F5
  • 2005 Weiler M100
  • 2006 Weiler M100
  • 2007 Weiler M100
  • 2008 Weiler M100
  • 2009 Weiler M100
  • 2010 Weiler M100
  • 2011 Weiler M100
  • 2012 Weiler M100
  • 2013 Weiler M100
  • 2014 Weiler M100
  • 2015 Weiler M100
  • 2016 Weiler M100
  • 2005 Weiler M200
  • 2006 Weiler M200
  • 2007 Weiler M200
  • 2008 Weiler M200
  • 2009 Weiler M200
  • 2010 Weiler M200
  • 2011 Weiler M200
  • 2012 Weiler M200
  • 2013 Weiler M200
  • 2014 Weiler M200
  • 2015 Weiler M200
  • 2016 Weiler M200
  • 2005 Weiler WT4000
  • 2006 Weiler WT4000
  • 2007 Weiler WT4000
  • 2008 Weiler WT4000
  • 2009 Weiler WT4000
  • 2010 Weiler WT4000
  • 2011 Weiler WT4000
  • 2012 Weiler WT4000
  • 2013 Weiler WT4000
  • 2014 Weiler WT4000
  • 2015 Weiler WT4000
  • 2016 Weiler WT4000

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V165000
Manufacturer
Weiler, Inc
Owner letters
May 20, 2016
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology