Eby Maverick LS recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 8, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

M H Eby, Inc. recalls 2019–2020 Eby — 4 models

Recall number

19V186000

Brand / firm

Eby

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 35 units

Why it was recalled

If the inner bearings were not properly greased, the wheel hub may overheat and smoke, increasing the risk of a fire or the bearing may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

M H EBY is recalling certain 2019-2020 EBY Gooseneck Livestock Trailers equipped with Dexter Axle 8,000 and 10,000 pound axles. The inner wheel bearings of the axles may not have been properly greased.

What to do

M H EBY will notify owners and instruct them to contact a Dexter Axle dealer to have the axle bearings properly lubricated, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact M H EBY at 1-717-354-1458.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.