Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
EAST MANUFACTURING
Model Of Vehicle
DOLLY TIPPER GENESIS TRLR
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
15V539000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20130826
End Of Manufacture
20150224
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
83
Date Owners Notified
20150909
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
East Manufacturing Corp.
Date Report Received
20150824