Knorr Bremse Dennis Eagle - Elite 2: Parking Brake May Apply Inadvertently

Recall Summary Knorr Bremse is recalling 671 Dennis Eagle Elite 2 vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because screws that secure the silencer assembly to the brake valve can loosen or break, potentially causing an air leak that may trigger the parking brake to apply unexpectedly. The fix involves replacing the affected screws.

Recalling firm
KNORR BREMSE
Product
Vehicles: KNORR BREMSE DENNIS EAGLE - ELITE 2. Units affected: 671
Reason
It has been identified that there have been cases where the screws which secure the silencer assembly to the R6 relay valve body have become loose or have broken. Should this occur air may leak from the valve causing the parking brake to apply inadvertently. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject screws replaced.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2009-03-06
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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