NHTSA Recall 04V041000: Check valve (service brakes)
EAST MANUFACTURING CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 913 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the East Manufacturing Drop Deck.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V041000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › CHECK VALVE |
| Report received | February 5, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trailers equipped with the sealco 508 rubber band check valve that is used on the 110502 brass control port cap assembly which is installed in the control port of sealco's 11050, 110700 and 110800 spring brake control valves may develop a hole.
Safety risk
This can allow allowing supply air to escape back out the control line exhausting at either the foot valve in the tractor or any tractor in-line quick release valve.
Remedy
Sealco will provide a service bulletin and the 110502 replacement cap assemblies to customers free of charge. Owners should contact sealco at 1-602-253-1007 or east manufacturing at 1-330-325-9921.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V041000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| East Manufacturing Drop Deck | 2004 |
| East Manufacturing Frame Type | 2004 |
| East Manufacturing Frameless | 2004 |
| East Manufacturing Pup | 2004 |
| East Manufacturing Truck Dolly | 2004 |
| East Manufacturing Unloader | 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.