NHTSA recall 07V105000
Trailer hitches
East Manufacturing Pup
Reported Mar 15, 2007443 vehicles affectedEAST MANUFACTURING CORP.Built Jan 1, 1997 – Dec 31, 2006
The defect
On certain double pull behind semi-trailers with roller circle converter dolly locks, the snap ring that suspends the dolly lock pin may dislodge allowing the pin to inadvertently engage in the dolly lock tube.
The risk
The tractor/trailer combination could experience handling problems including tipping over of the tractor/trailer combination increasing the risk of a crash and injuries.
The remedy
Dealers will change out the existing dolly lock pin with the snap ring and will replace it with a new dolly lock pin assembly with a machined shoulder free of charge. the recall began on may 31, 2007. owners may contact east at 330-325-9921.