2003 East Manufacturing Flatbed recalls and problems

The 2003 East Manufacturing Flatbed has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any East Manufacturing dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2003 East Manufacturing Flatbed vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 East Manufacturing Flatbed recalls

Recall 04V-055: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Feb 5, 2004 · 1,028 vehicles affected · EAST MANUFACTURING CORP.

Problem: On certain drop deck, flatbed, frameless, frame type, pup, unloader, and dolly trailers equipped with webb wheel platinum series brake drums, these brake drums could crack on the braking surface.

Risk: This could result in reduction or complete loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Webb wheel will inspect and replace the brake drums. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact webb wheel at 1-800-633-3256 or east 1-888-405-3278.

Recall 02V-255: Equipment

Reported Sep 11, 2002 · 382 vehicles affected · EAST MANUFACTURING CORP.

Problem: Certain flatbed, dump, truck dolly, unloader, frameless, and pup trailers fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." these vehicles have inaccurate weight-related information on the certification labels.

Risk: If that inaccurate information is relied upon by the owner of the vehicle, then extra weight loaded onto a vehicle could affect the air brake system performance.

Fix: Dealers will correct the certification label. Owner notification is expected to begin during september or october 2002. Owners who take their vehicles 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 East Manufacturing Flatbed have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 East Manufacturing Flatbed: 04V-055 (service brakes, hydraulic), 02V-255 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Are East Manufacturing recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized East Manufacturing dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.