Recall 20V294000: 2017–2018 Dennis Eagle Elite
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 21, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 5
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Dennis Eagle Inc. (Dennis Eagle) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Elite garbage trucks. The Electronic Braking System control unit (EBS ECU) may be programmed with incorrect datasets, causing the anti-lock braking system to activate on the opposite side of the vehicle from any detected lock-up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The risk
If the ABS system malfunctions, the vehicle may require additional stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dennis Eagle will notify owners and will reprogram the EBS ECU with new software, free of charge. The recall began June 1, 2020. Owners may contact Dennis Eagle customer service at 1-813-440-8136. Dennis Eagle's number for this recall is FSI 1369.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V294000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FSI 1369
- Manufacturer
- Dennis Eagle Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 1, 2020
- Components
- Electrical system:software (Electrical System); Service brakes, air:antilock (Brakes); Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology