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Recall 15V-539: 2014–2016 East Manufacturing Dolly Tipper Genesis Trlr, 2014–2016 East Manufacturing Dump Trailer and 5 more

East Manufacturing Corp. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Aug 24, 2015, covering about 83 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-539
Report date
Aug 24, 2015
Vehicles affected
83
Owners notified
Sep 9, 2015

The 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.

The 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.

The fix

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerEast Manufacturing Corp.
ComponentSuspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V539000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
East Manufacturing Dolly Tipper Genesis Trlr2014, 2015, 2016All years
East Manufacturing Dump Trailer2014, 2015, 2016All years
East Manufacturing Frame Genesis Trailer2014, 2015, 2016All years
East Manufacturing Frame S&P Trailer2014, 2015, 2016All years
East Manufacturing Frameless Genesis Trailer2014, 2015, 2016All years
East Manufacturing Refuse Trailer2014, 2015, 2016All years
East Manufacturing Truck Dolly Trailer2014, 2015, 2016All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V-539?

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.

How is recall 15V-539 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.