Vehicle recallDVSA
Beneto Italia Model S, Model S LWB and Model P recalled over a safety defect
Affected trailers were produced and sold within the UK without any form of type approval. These trailers should have a minimum of an Individual Vehicle Approval certification.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Model S
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 01/01/2022 – 01/04/2023
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- Beneto Italia
Model S LWB
- Build dates
- 01/01/2022 – 01/04/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- Beneto Italia
Model P
- Build dates
- 01/01/2022 – 01/04/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- Beneto Italia
What to do now
Some Beneto Italia Model S, Model S LWB and Model P are affected by a safety recall.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
Repairs and costs
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.
The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/377). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Affected trailers were produced and sold within the UK without any form of type approval. These trailers should have a minimum of an Individual Vehicle Approval certification.
Defect
Affected trailers were produced and sold within the UK without any form of type approval. These trailers should have a minimum of an Individual Vehicle Approval certification.
Remedy
Owners should contact the supplier using email address iva_dvsa@yahoo.com The supplier will then contact keepers and ask them to take the trailer to his premises and will arrange an IVA Appointment.
Models
Model S, Model S LWB, Model P
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Beneto Italia Model S, Model S LWB and Model P being recalled?
Some Beneto Italia Model S, Model S LWB and Model P are affected by a safety recall. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.