2021 Silver Eagle Vast-20W Recall: Ballast hanger near the rear of the frame may fail, causing part of the…
NHTSA campaign 22V472000 · Structure · filed Jul 1, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company (Silver Eagle) is recalling certain 2021 VAST20W trailer converter dollies. The ballast hanger near the rear of the frame may fail, causing part of the ballast hanger and its counterweights to fall onto the roadway.
The risk
The ballast hanger separating from the trailer dolly can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Silver Eagle will replace the ballast hanger, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 14, 2022. Owners may contact Silver Eagle's customer service at 1-800-547-6792.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Eagle | Vast-20W | 2021 |
Related recalls
More Silver Eagle Vast-20W recalls
- 2018 Silver Eagle Vast-20W — Brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly…
- 2014–2015 Silver Eagle CTL-40W and 2 other models — Due to a problem with the brake valve, the affected dollies…
- 2001 Silver Eagle CSL-20W and 1 other model — Affected dollies were incorrectly built to have a hole in…
- 2000–2003 Silver Eagle CSL-20W and 2 other models — ON CERTAIN CONVERTER DOLLIES EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX EC-30T…
- 1998–2001 Silver Eagle Vast-20N and 1 other model — VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SINGLE AXLE TRAILER CONVERTER DOLLIES…
Other campaigns involving Silver Eagle vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V472000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.