NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 East Manufacturing Frame Genesis Trailer Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 East Manufacturing Frame Genesis Trailer has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized East Manufacturing dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 East Manufacturing Frame Genesis Trailer. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2016 East Manufacturing Frame Genesis Trailer owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 East Manufacturing Frame Genesis Trailer, describing incidents dated August 20, 2021.
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ODI #11433267 · Filed
The contact owns a 2016 Genesis Supreme trailer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the driver’s and passenger’s side sub frame spring hanger wells had cracks and holes in the body of the trailer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer…
Wheel Bearings May Overheat
NHTSA #15V539000 · Suspension — Rear — Axle — Non-Powered Axle Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported August 24, 2015 · East Manufacturing Corp.
Potentially affected: 83 vehicles
Repair completion: 62.65% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified September 9, 2015 · Vehicles built August 26, 2013 – February 24, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
East Manufacturing Corp. (East) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Refuse, Dump, Dolly Tipper Genesis, Frame Genesis, Frameless Genesis, Frame S&P, and Truck Dolly trailers manufactured August 26, 2013, to February 24, 2015. The affected trailers may have an insufficient amount of grease in the wheel end hubs.
Safety consequence
If there is a lack of grease in the wheel end hubs, the wheel bearings may overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. There is also the possibility that the wheel can come off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
East will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and add more grease to the wheel end hubs, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2015. Owners may contact East customer service at 1-330-325-8204.
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.safercar.gov.
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