REC-005798

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2016–2023 Dennis Eagle DE 6X4/DE 6X4 DUAL/.ELITE6 RHS 3-AXLE/ELITE6 DC 3-AXLE

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Recall date: 17 October 2023

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the front axle brake line hose(s) may become dislodged from the end fitting crimp. This may cause a reduction in braking performance or an unintended park brake application.

Hazard

A reduction in braking performance or unintended park brake application could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred Dennis Eagle dealer to have parts ordered and arrange for the hoses to replaced free of charge. Note: This recall is superseded by REC-006184 Owners/Operators who have had their vehicle inspected under this previous recall must also contact their preferred Dennis Eagle Dealer to have parts ordered and arrange for the brake hoses to be replaced free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-005798

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