East Beast II recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 24, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

East Trailers LLC recalls 2016 East Beast II

Recall number

16V771000

Brand / firm

East

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 20 units

Why it was recalled

If the RAD detaches from the trailer it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

East Manufacturing Corp. (East) is recalling certain model year 2016 Beast II flatbed trailers manufactured May 22, 2015, to June 19, 2015, equipped with certain Conestoga XP sliding trailer tarping systems with RAD-style rear closures. In the affected trailers, the rear aerodynamic device (RAD) may separate from the rear of the tarping system, due to rivet failure.

What to do

East will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting rivets with a bolted connection, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2016. Owners may contact East customer service at 1-330-325-9921. East's number for this recall is 16E-066.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.