Dennis Eagle Elite recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 21, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Dennis Eagle Inc. recalls 2017–2018 Dennis Eagle Elite

Recall number

18V653000

Brand / firm

Dennis Eagle

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5 units

Why it was recalled

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Dennis Eagle Inc. (Dennis Eagle) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dennis Eagle Elite garbage trucks. The ignition barrels on these vehicles may have been improperly secured, allowing the housing to rotate freely and ignition wiring to become detached, possibly resulting in a stall.

What to do

Dennis Eagle will notify owners, and dealers will install a metal anti-rotation ring to keep the ignition barrel secured, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Dennis Eagle customer service at 1-813-440-8136.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.