2018 DENNIS EAGLE ELITE Complaints and Recall Information

The 2018 DENNIS EAGLE ELITE has 0 complaints and 15 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system malfunctions, including window control problems and false warning lights.

There are 15 recalls affecting various systems on the vehicle. The recalls involve electrical system software, braking system modules, labels, and equipment manuals, among others.

• Power window malfunction. Certain vehicles have driver or passenger windows that do not open or close properly, leading to driver distraction while operating the vehicle. (NHTSA Recall 22V017000, 22 vehicles affected)
• False warning lights. Instrument clusters may falsely indicate exterior vehicle light failures, which can mask actual lighting issues and reduce visibility to other drivers. (NHTSA Recall 21V941000, 22 vehicles affected)
• Incorrect ABS warning. The ABS warning light may illuminate incorrectly when brake pads are worn, potentially causing drivers to misinterpret the braking system condition. (NHTSA Recall 21V220000, 35 vehicles affected)
• Incorrect GVWR on labels. Vehicles may have incomplete vehicle documents listing incorrect gross vehicle weight ratings, increasing the risk of operator overloading. (NHTSA Recall 21V278000, 35 vehicles affected)
• Missing owner’s manual. Some vehicles lack a hard copy of the Quick Reference Guide, which may lead to improper vehicle operation due to incomplete information. (NHTSA Recall 21V279000, 35 vehicles affected)
• ABS control unit programming. The Electronic Braking System control unit may be programmed incorrectly, causing anti-lock braking to activate on the wrong side and increasing stopping distance. (NHTSA Recall 20V294000, 5 vehicles affected)
• Ignition barrel insecurity. Improper ignition barrel installation allows housing rotation and potential ignition wiring detachment, which can result in vehicle stalling. (NHTSA Recall 18V653000, 5 vehicles affected)
• Reverse alarm deactivation. Reverse alarm mute switches can prevent audible warnings when the vehicle backs up, increasing pedestrian injury risk. (NHTSA Recall 18V895000, 5 vehicles affected)

Recalls

• Window controls and instrument cluster. Recall 22V017000 affects 22 vehicles from 2017 to 2021 with defective window operation causing distraction risk. Dealers update the instrument cluster software at no charge to correct this issue.
• Exterior light warning indicator. Recall 21V941000 involves 22 vehicles where false warning lights may hide actual lighting failures, increasing crash risk. Software updates in dealers fix the problem.
• Brake warning lights. Recall 21V220000 covers 35 vehicles with ABS warning light errors that may lead to dangerous driving decisions. Software updates correct these warning lights for free.
• Label inaccuracies. Recall 21V278000 targets 35 vehicles with incorrect GVWR shown on documents and labels. Owners are provided corrected documents at no cost.
• Missing manuals. Recall 21V279000 affects 35 vehicles missing owner Quick Reference Guides. Dealers send out manuals free of charge to affected owners.
• ABS control unit programming error. Recall 20V294000 covers 5 vehicles with EBS ECU software errors causing ABS activation on the wrong side, requiring free reprogramming.
• Ignition barrel defect. Recall 18V653000 involves 5 vehicles where ignition barrels may cause stalling. Dealers add an anti-rotation ring free of charge to fix this.
• Reverse alarm mute switch. Recall 18V895000 affects 5 vehicles with a mute switch disabling reverse alarms. The switch is removed and replaced with a blanking plate at no charge.

Owners dealing with repeated safety-related repairs or unresolved recall issues on the 2018 DENNIS EAGLE ELITE may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Legal consultation is advisable for those with persistent defects or safety concerns.