If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.

Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights — Switch

Date Announced
FEB 17, 2000
Vehicles Affected
17,700
NHTSA Campaign #
00V048000
Summary
Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
Actions
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.
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