NHTSA Campaign 22V916000

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

Issued by East Manufacturing Corp. · Reported Dec 12, 2022 · 17 vehicles affected

What's wrong

East Manufacturing Corp. (East Manufacturing) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Frame Dump Trailers. The steering arm may fracture during certain conditions, such as low speed and high side-loading.

Consequence

The fractured steering arm and tie rod can separate and fall to the ground, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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. East Manufacturing's number for this recall is 22E-080.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
EAST MANUFACTURING FRAME DUMP TRAILER 2018 17
EAST MANUFACTURING FRAME DUMP TRAILER 2019 17
EAST MANUFACTURING FRAME DUMP TRAILER 2020 17
EAST MANUFACTURING FRAME DUMP TRAILER 2021 17

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V916000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.