Recalls for 2016 East Manufacturing Frame Genesis Trailer

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2015-08-24
Description
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.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.