Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V055000 Reported February 5, 2004

East/webb wheel/brake drums

East Trailers Llc · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,028 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V055000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
1,028
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 5, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain drop deck, flatbed, frameless, frame type, pup, unloader, and dolly trailers equipped with webb wheel platinum series brake drums, these brake drums could crack on the braking surface.

Safety Consequence

This could result in reduction or complete loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Webb wheel will inspect and replace the brake drums. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact webb wheel at 1-800-633-3256 or east 1-888-405-3278.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized East Trailers Llc dealer and reference recall ID 04V055000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V055000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V055000?

NHTSA recall 04V055000 was issued by East Trailers Llc on February 5, 2004. It addresses: East/webb wheel/brake drums. The recall affects approximately 1,028 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized East Trailers Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V055000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.