Ifor Williams HBX511, HBX506, HBE506 recall: Due to a defect within a certain batch of gas struts fitted to HBX/HBE trailers the ramps may lock in the open position.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to a defect within a certain batch of gas struts fitted to HBX/HBE trailers the ramps may �lock� in the open position.�
- What to do
- Contact a Ifor Williams dealer to book the free repair. Affected trailers will be inspected and the gas struts replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to a defect within a certain batch of gas struts fitted to HBX/HBE trailers the ramps may �lock� in the open position.�
The fix
Affected trailers will be inspected and the gas struts replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| HBX511 | 17 Apr 2023 | 27 Jul 2023 | 368 |
| HBX506 | 17 Apr 2023 | 7 Aug 2023 | 368 |
| HBE506 | 10 May 2023 | 27 Jun 2023 | 368 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 11 December 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.