CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- East Manufacturing Corp. (East) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Refuse, Dump, Dolly Tipper Genesis, Frame Genesis, Frameless Genesis, Frame S&P, and Truck Dolly trailers manufactured August 26, 2013, to February 24, 2015. The affected trailers may have an insufficient amount of grease in the wheel end hubs.
- Risk
- If there is a lack of grease in the wheel end hubs, the wheel bearings may overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. There is also the possibility that the wheel can come off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- East will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and add more grease to the wheel end hubs, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2015. Owners may contact East customer service at 1-330-325-8204.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain East Manufacturing trailers built between August 2013 and February 2015 may have too little grease in the wheel end hubs. Without enough grease, the wheel bearings can overheat, which raises the risk of a vehicle fire. In addition, the wheel could come off the trailer, which could lead to a crash.
If you own an affected trailer, East Manufacturing will notify you by mail. An authorized dealer will inspect the wheel end hubs and add grease where needed. The repair is free of charge. You can also contact East Manufacturing customer service at 1-330-325-8204 with questions. Check your trailer's VIN for open recalls as well.
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