Vehicle recallDVSA
Erwin Hymer Elddis Buccaneer Cruiser recalled over a safety defect
The manufacturer has identified an irregularity with the calibration of the torque gun used to tighten the caravan chassis fixings during construction. This affects caravans built between 12th August 2024 and 3rd October 2024.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
4 identifiers listed for this notice.
Elddis Buccaneer Cruiser
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 28/08/2024 – 28/08/2024
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- TB2024-0010
Elddis Avante 860 connoisseur
- Build dates
- 21/08/2024 – 21/08/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- TB2024-0010
Elddis Affinity 554
- Build dates
- 19/08/2024 – 19/08/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- TB2024-0010
Elddis Affinity 550
- Build dates
- 19/08/2024 – 19/08/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- TB2024-0010
What to do now
The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Erwin Hymer Elddis Buccaneer Cruiser.
- 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
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.
If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/411). Quoted as issued.
Summary
The manufacturer has identified an irregularity with the calibration of the torque gun used to tighten the caravan chassis fixings during construction. This affects caravans built between 12th August 2024 and 3rd October 2024.
Defect
The manufacturer has identified an irregularity with the calibration of the torque gun used to tighten the caravan chassis fixings during construction. This affects caravans built between 12th August 2024 and 3rd October 2024.
Remedy
Recheck and where necessary tighten chassis fixings with a correctly calibrated torque tool. The Manufacturer will contact all registered owners and undertake the rework on their vehicles at their home address or place of storage.
Models
Elddis Buccaneer Cruiser, Elddis Avante 860 connoisseur, Elddis Affinity 554, Elddis Affinity 550
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Questions
Why are Erwin Hymer Elddis Buccaneer Cruiser being recalled?
The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Erwin Hymer Elddis Buccaneer Cruiser. 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?
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.