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Dennis Eagle Elite recalled over a safety defect

Vehicle defect

There is a possibility that number one air tank mounting bracket could fail.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Elite

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 01/05/2022 – 31/07/2023
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • CP264

What to do now

A safety defect has been found on some Dennis Eagle Elite.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2023/180). Quoted as issued.

Summary

There is a possibility that number one air tank mounting bracket could fail.

Defect

There is a possibility that number one air tank mounting bracket could fail.

Remedy

Replace the existing air tank brackets with a new designed bracket on specific vehicles.

Models

Elite

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Dennis Eagle Elite being recalled?

A safety defect has been found on some Dennis Eagle Elite. 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?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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