2013–2018 East Frameless Dump Hybrid Recall: These trailers have draft arm tubing that may crack and fail
NHTSA campaign 17V684000 · Structure · filed Oct 27, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
East Manufacturing Corp. (East) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Frameless Dump Hybrid trailers. These trailers have draft arm tubing that may crack and fail.
The risk
If the draft arm tubing fails, a loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
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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.
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.
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V684000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.