Vehicle recallDVSA
Knaus Tabbert Box Drive, Van-Wave and other models recalled over a brake defect
On affected vehicles there may be insufficient clearance between the rear brake pipe and the air suspension bellow.
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.
Box Drive
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 01/05/2022 – 31/07/2024
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 2501
Van-Wave
- Build dates
- 01/09/2022 – 31/07/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 2501
Van TI
- Build dates
- 01/03/2023 – 31/05/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- 2501
Van TI Plus
- Build dates
- 01/06/2023 – 30/09/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- 2501
What to do now
A brake defect affects some Knaus Tabbert Box Drive, Van-Wave and other models.
- 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. Brake defects are among the most serious vehicle faults because they affect the ability to stop.
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/2025/229). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On affected vehicles there may be insufficient clearance between the rear brake pipe and the air suspension bellow.
Defect
On affected vehicles there may be insufficient clearance between the rear brake pipe and the air suspension bellow.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will have new brake pipe brackets fitted to increase the clearance and if necessary the brake pipes will be replaced.
Models
Box Drive, Van-Wave, Van TI, Van TI Plus
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Knaus Tabbert Box Drive, Van-Wave and other models being recalled?
A brake defect affects some Knaus Tabbert Box Drive, Van-Wave and other models. Brake defects are among the most serious vehicle faults because they affect the ability to stop.
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.