Vehicle recall 17V684000 · October 27, 2017
2013-2018 East Frameless Dump Hybrid
These trailers have draft arm tubing that may crack and fail.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- East Manufacturing Corp. (East) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Frameless Dump Hybrid trailers. These trailers have draft arm tubing that may crack and fail.
- Consequence
- If the draft arm tubing fails, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- East Manufacturing will notify owners and dealers will inspect for cracks. If no cracks are found, dealers will remove the old brace bracket and replace with an updated bracket, free of charge. If cracks are found, dealers will install a new draft arm assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2017. Owners may contact East customer service at 1-330-325-9921.
- 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
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V684000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 27, 2017
- Filed by
- East Manufacturing Corp.
- Owner notification
- December 20, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 620
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Frame and members
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
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