NHTSA Recall 26V007000: Underride (structure)
East Trailers LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 769 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the East Beast.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V007000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › UNDERRIDE |
| Report received | January 13, 2026 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
East Trailers, LLC (East Trailers) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Beast and Beast II trailers. An improper weld may fail, causing the rear impact guard to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 223, "Rear Impact Guards" and 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
Safety risk
A detached rear impact guard cannot mitigate the impact of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the weld joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2026. Owners may contact East Trailers' customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V007000
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.