The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·22V916000·Announced 2022-12-12

East Manufacturing Recalls 2018-2021 Frame Dump Trailers for Steering Arm Fracture Risk

East Manufacturing is recalling 2018-2021 Frame Dump Trailers because the steering arm may fracture, potentially causing parts to fall and 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 (steering arm fracture) that can lead to component separation and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

East Manufacturing Corp. is recalling certain 2018-2021 Frame Dump Trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the steering arm may fracture during specific conditions, such as low speed and high side-loading.

If the steering arm and tie rod fracture, they can separate and fall to the ground. This failure increases the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text.

Dexter Axle dealers will install a new steering arm and additional welds free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 16, 2022. Owners may contact Dexter Axle's customer service at 1-574-295-7888 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EAST MANUFACTURING FRAME DUMP TRAILER
Brand
EAST MANUFACTURING
Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
17

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 TRAILER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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