DENNIS EAGLE 2017 DENNIS EAGLE ELITE Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 DENNIS EAGLE ELITE
Brand
DENNIS EAGLE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Dennis Eagle Inc. is recalling certain 2017 DENNIS EAGLE ELITE vehicles due to electrical system:software issues. If the ABS system malfunctions, the vehicle may require additional stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the ABS system malfunctions, the vehicle may require additional stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026