Aero Industries Easy Cover Tarping System recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 7, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Aero Industries, Inc. recalls Aero Industries Easy Cover Tarping System

Recall number

19E033000

Brand / firm

Aero Industries

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 307 units

Why it was recalled

Separation of the pawl assembly and hub may cause the swing arms on the Easy Cover tarping system to unexpectedly swing to the back of the dump body, increasing the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Aero Industries, Inc. (Aero Industries) is recalling certain Easy Cover tarping systems. The spring return pin within the pawl assembly may have not been tack welded, allowing the pawl assembly to separate from the hub on the manual crank assembly.

What to do

Aero Industries will notify owners and provide new pawl assemblies to the affected customers, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2019. Owners may contact Aero Industries customer service at 1-800-535-7563. Aero Industries number for this recall is CAR #33852.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.