Defect Description For Recall
East Manufacturing Corp. (East) Is Recalling Certain 2016-2018 Frame Dump Trailers Built With A Pintle Hook Or Brackets For The Future Installation Of A Pintle Hook. Cracks May Develop In The Cross Member That The Pintle Hook Is Connected To, Possibly Resulting In The Cross Member Failing.
Make Of Vehicle
EAST
Model Of Vehicle
FRAME DUMP
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
17V800000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
If The Cross Member Fails, Vehicle Handling Would Be Affected, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
East Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Weld Any Cracks And Install Reinforcing Plates To The Cross Member, Or Replace The Cross Member, As Necessary. These Repairs Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On December 20, 2017. Owners May Contact East Customer Service At 1-330-325-9921.
Vehicle Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20161001
End Of Manufacture
20171206
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
93
Date Owners Notified
20171220
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Date Report Received
20171213