East Manufacturing recall: Steering
What is wrong
East Manufacturing Corp. (East Manufacturing) is recalling certain 2018-2021 MMX trailers equipped with Ingersoll Smart-Steer self steer axles. The steering arm may detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.
What could happen
A detached steering arm may cause a loss of steering control. In addition, attachment hardware may fall and become a road hazard. Both of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering arm and apply welds, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 19, 2021. Owners may contact East Manufacturing customer service at 1-352-861-3612.
Vehicles covered
- East Manufacturing Mmx 2018–2021
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 21V489000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- East Manufacturing Corp.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jun 29, 2021
- Owners notified
- May 19, 2021
- Vehicles or items affected
- 295
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm; Steering
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.nhtsa.gov.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.