Defect Description For Recall
East Manufacturing Corp. (East) Is Recalling Certain 2013-2018 Frameless Dump Hybrid Trailers. These Trailers Have Draft Arm Tubing That May Crack And Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
EAST
Model Of Vehicle
FRAMELESS DUMP HYBRID
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
17V684000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
If The Draft Arm Tubing Fails, A Loss Of Vehicle Control Could Occur, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20130101
End Of Manufacture
20180201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
620
Date Owners Notified
20171220
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Date Report Received
20171027