EAST FRAMELESS DUMP HYBRID 2014: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V684000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EAST | FRAMELESS DUMP HYBRID | 2014 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-12-20 | 2017-10-27 | 2017-10-30 |
Production Dates: 2013-01-01 - 2018-02-01
Manufacturers Involved: East Manufacturing Corp.
Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 620
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
East Manufacturing Corp. "East" is recalling certain 2013-2018 Frameless Dump Hybrid trailers. These trailers have draft arm tubing that may crack and fail.
If the draft arm tubing fails, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
East Manufacturing will notify owners and dealers will inspect for cracks. If no cracks are found, dealers will remove the old brace bracket and replace with an updated bracket, free of charge. If cracks are found, dealers will install a new draft arm assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2017. Owners may contact East customer service at 1-330-325-9921.
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.
