The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·17V800000·Announced 2017-12-13

East Recalls 2016-2018 Frame Dump Trailers Due to Cross Member Cracks

East Manufacturing is recalling 2016-2018 Frame Dump trailers because cracks in the cross member may cause failure, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (cross member failure) that increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

East Manufacturing Corp. is recalling certain 2016-2018 Frame Dump trailers built with a pintle hook or brackets for future installation. The recall addresses a defect where cracks may develop in the cross member connected to the pintle hook, potentially resulting in the cross member failing.

If the cross member fails, vehicle handling would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on December 20, 2017.

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. Owners may contact East customer service at 1-330-325-9921 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EAST FRAME DUMP
Brand
EAST
Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
93

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 (1)

  • FRAME DUMP

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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