NHTSA Recall 22V472000: Structure and recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 138 vehicles. It affects 2021 Silver Eagle VAST-20W.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V472000 |
|---|---|
| Components | STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | July 1, 2022 |
| Owner notification | July 14, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company (Silver Eagle) is recalling certain 2021 VAST20W trailer converter dollies. The ballast hanger near the rear of the frame may fail, causing part of the ballast hanger and its counterweights to fall onto the roadway.
Safety risk
The ballast hanger separating from the trailer dolly can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Silver Eagle will replace the ballast hanger, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 14, 2022. Owners may contact Silver Eagle's customer service at 1-800-547-6792.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V472000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Silver Eagle VAST-20W | 2021 |
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.