NHTSA Recall 18V895000: Electrical system
Dennis Eagle Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 Dennis Eagle Elite.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V895000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FSI 1240 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | December 19, 2018 |
| Owner notification | January 21, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Dennis Eagle Inc. (Dennis Eagle) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dennis Eagle Elite refuse trucks equipped with reverse alarm mute switches. Using the reverse alarm mute switch will prevent the truck from beeping when the vehicle is in reverse.
Safety risk
If the reverse alarm is muted, pedestrians may not realize the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dennis Eagle will notify owners, and dealers will remove the reverse alarm mute switch and install a blanking plate, free of charge. The recall began January 21, 2019. Owners may contact Dennis Eagle customer service at 1-813-440-8136. Dennis Eagle's number for this recall is FSI 1240.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V895000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.