The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·15V362000·Announced 2015-06-10

Silver Eagle Recalls 2014-2015 Converter Dollies Due to Brake Valve Defect

Silver Eagle is recalling 2014-2015 VAST-20N, VAST-20W, and CTL-40W converter dollies because a brake valve issue may cause brake drag and overheating.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire risk due to overheating) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 VAST-20N, VAST-20W, and CTL-40W Converter Dollies. These vehicles were manufactured between February 6, 2014, and March 4, 2015. The recall involves 20 units.

The defect is a problem with the brake valve that may cause the brakes to drag. If the brakes drag, the wheel end may overheat, which increases the risk of a fire. No injuries or fires have been reported in the source text.

The recall began on July 8, 2015. Dealers will replace the brake valve free of charge. Owners may contact Silver Eagle customer service at 1-800-547-6792 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SILVER EAGLE CTL-40W, VAST-20N, VAST-20W
Brand
SILVER EAGLE
Manufacturer
Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company
Category
Vehicle — Trailer / Converter Dolly
Hazard
Affected units
20

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • CTL-40W
  • VAST-20N
  • VAST-20W

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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