Ecu malfunction may impact safety systems
Defect Summary
Bendix commercial vehicle systems, llc (bendix) is recalling certain bendix ec80 advanced electronic control units (ecu) part numbers k168135, k163400, k168122, k168123, k168128, k168129, k179860, k203871, k220313, k163402, k163124, k168136, k210927, k210928, k210929, k219871, k219872, k219874, k220316, k168124, k194487, k194492, k211945, k211946, k212554, k212555, k250369, k250374, k271500, and k271501. electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ecu to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
Safety Consequence
Safety systems that depend on the ecu (automatic traction control, abs, electronic stability control, active cruise control, and collison mitigation system) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Bendix will reprogram the ecu software, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 1, 2024. owners may contact bendix customer service at 440-329-9000.
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FAQ: Recall 24E086000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24E086000?
NHTSA recall 24E086000 was issued by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc on October 11, 2024. It addresses: Ecu malfunction may impact safety systems. The recall affects approximately 744,246 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24E086000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.