2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - TRAILER HITCHES
Posted on: 1998-02-25
Description
Vehicle description: dump trailers. A hollow draw bar pin was used instead of a solid draw bar pin.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect each trailer to determine if the pin is hollow or solid. Hollow bar pins will be replaced with solid pins.
Notes
Owner notification began april 2, 1998.owners who take their trailers to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact east manufacturing at 1-330-325-9921.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 1997-12-18
Description
Vehicle description: 45' composite platform trailers having a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 35,000 pounds. The top and/or bottom flanges of the trailer's main beams do not meet material specifications.
Consequence
The flanges could break, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of control of the trailer.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair these trailers.
Notes
Owner notification began on november 18, 1997.all trailers have been removed from service and are at dealers having repair remedy performed.no further action is required on this recall campaign.