Incorrect Size Axle Installed – 2023 Contract Manufacturer LL TH10-20BK4CR, LL TU10-20BK4CR, LL EQ14-17+3, and LL EQ16-17+3 Trailers

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This notice applies to your motor vehicle equipment, VIN Date: 11-29-22 ————- Safety Recall Number: 22V738 Subject: Recall for Inspection of Axles on Contract Manufacturer, LLC – Orange Line Trailer Models: TH10-20BK4CR, TUI0-20BK4CR, EQ14-17+3, and EQ16-17+3 Dear Orange Line Trailer Owner: This notice is being sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Contract Manufacturer, LLC (CM), has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in the certain 2023 Orange Line TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ14-17+3, and EQ 16-17+ 3 trailer models. It has been determined that the axle installed on the trailer may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. In the event the axle max GVWR is less than the trailer’s stated GVWR, there is an increased risk of property damage, personal injury or death. Your trailer has been identified as one that is included in this recall. You are advised not to use the trailer for any purpose and to immediately contact Orange Line to schedule the required inspection and potential axle replacement. Please contact the Orange Line Warranty Team by phone at (844) 293-9202 ext. 2335 (West Coast) or at (844) 233-1728 ext. 2131 (East Coast) or by email warranty@orangelinetrailers.com immediately to schedule the inspection/repair. The defect will be remedied by your authorized Orange Line dealer or representative by inspecting the axle. If the inspection warrants, the dealer will replace the axle accordingly. The inspection will take approximately 15 minutes to perform and if, necessary, the axle will be replaced. Repair times are estimated at 2 hours or less. However, additional time may be required depending on how dealer appointments are scheduled and processed. To make the appointment to schedule the necessary inspection and potential repair, which will be performed at no charge to you, please do the following: Call Contract Manufacturer, LLC toll free at (844) 293-9202 ext. 2335 (West Coast) or at (844) 233-1728 ext. 2131 (East Coast) or by email warranty@orangelinetrailers.com for the location of your closest Orange Line dealer, or authorized representative, who will perform the inspection and potential spare tire mount repair/replacement. You should call the same number if you have any problem obtaining the needed repair. DO NOT USE THE TRAILER FOR ANY PURPOSE. If you had the axle(s) replaced before you received this letter, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy of the problem associated with this recall. For more information contact Contract Manufacturer, LLC toll free at (844) 293-9202 ext. 2335 (West Coast) or at (844) 233-1728 ext. 2131 (East Coast) or by email warranty(@orangelinetrailers.com. Upon completion of the necessary inspection and potential axle replacement, the dealer or Orange Line authorized representative will notify Contract Manufacturer, LLC that your trailer has been inspected and if it required the axle be replaced. If you no longer own the subject trailer, please provide Contract Manufacturer, LLC with the new owner’s information (if known), either by mail to the address listed above, via email warranty@orangelinetrailers.com or by fax to (903) 575-1902. If the new owner information is unknown, simply notify Contract Manufacturing that you no longer own the subject trailer. If you believe that Contract Manufacturer, LLC has failed or is unable to remedy the potential defect without charge within a reasonable time, you may submit a complaint to: Administrator National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Washington, DC 20590 or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http:/ www.safercar.gov Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. We regret any inconvenience, which this action may cause you. This program is being carried out to ensure your safety. Your prompt attention to this important matter is appreciated. Sincerely, Contract Manufacturing, LLC Orange Line Trailers

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CONTRACT MANUFACTIJRJNG 950 1-30 MT. PLEASANT, TX 75455 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL INFORMATION U.S. Deportment of Trcnpcnolion Issued in Accordance Wtth Federal Law HtH NffSA ~ T R/\ IL ERS .IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Date: October 31, 2022 To: Subject: Safety Recall Campaign 22V738 Involving: 2023 Contract Manufacturer, LLC Models THl 0-20BK4CR, TUl 0- 20BK4CR, EQ14-17+3, andEQ16-17+3 Contract Manufacturer, LLC, has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in the certain 2023 Contract Manufacturer, LLC TH10-20BK4CR, TU10- 20BK4CR, EQ14-17+3, and EQ16-17+3 trailer models. It has been determined that the axle installed on the trailer may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. In the event the axle max GVWR is less than the trailer’s stated GVWR, there is an increased risk of property damage, personal injury or death. Owners will be notified by mail about the recall and will be instructed to contact Contract Manufacturer to schedule the required repair. There is no cost to owners for this recall. Dealer should immediately notify Contract Manufacturer of the name and address of each person or entity to whom the Dealer has sold or delivered one of the affected trailers. Important: Some of the involved trailers may still be in your inventory. Enclosed as Attachment 1 is a listing of the affected trailers identified by VIN that our records indicate were shipped to you. Please verify purchaser information for each trailer and provide that information to Contract Manufacturer, LLC as soon as possible. The requested info1mation should be directed to Contract Manufacturer, LLC, ATTN: Warranty, via mail to 950 I-30 East, Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75455; via fax to (903) 575- 1902, or via email to warranty@orangelinetrai lers.com Federal law requires you to complete the recall service on those trailers still jo your inventory before retail delivery. Inspect and replace the axle on affected trailers as they are brought into your dealership. Contact Contract Manufacturer’s warranty department should you have any questions regarding the repair at warranty@orange1inetraile-1·s.com or toll free at (903) 575- 0300. Replacement parts will be shipped to you via the warranty department claim process. Instructions regarding the replacement of the axle are outlined in the attached Service Alert Bulletin. CONTRACT MANUFACTURER, L.L.C. 200 County Road · Madill, OK 73446 950 Interstate Hwy 30 East ·Mt Pleasant, TX 75455 TRAI L ERS You are being provided with a Replacement Confirmation Form, which you are requested to complete for each axle inspection, and replacement where necessary, that you complete. Upon completion of the necessary replacements, you are required to return the completed Replacement Confirmation Form to Contract Manufacturer, LLC via facsimile to (903) 575-1902, or via email to wananty@orangelinetrailers.com, and upon receipt of the completed Repair Confirmation Form to Contract Manufacturer, you will be reimbursed for the repairs performed. Contract Manufacturer, LLC estimates it will take approximately 15 minutes to complete the inspection, and 1.5 hour(s) to complete the necessary replacement(s) depending on the inspection noted in the Service Alert Bulletin. Contact Contract Manufacturer, LLC for disposition of the removed axle. Please be reminded that it is a violation of Federal law for you to sell or lease any of the affected trailers covered by this notification until this recall has been perfotmed on the affected trailer. Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law. If you have questions concerning this recall, please contact the Warranty Department at warranty@orangelinetrailers.com or toll free at (903) 575-0300. Your immediate assistance in this important effort is appreciated. Contract Manufacturer, LLC. Encl: Attachment 1 – List of Affected Trailers Shipped to you Service Alert Bulletin Repair Confirmation Form CONTRACT MANUFACTURER, L.L.C. 200 County Road · Madill, OK 73446 950 Interstate Hwy 30 East ·Mt Pleasant, TX 75455 SERVICE BULLETIN ORANGE LINE AXLE REPLACEMENT TRAILERS PURPOSE Replacement of underrated axles on specific Orange Line Trailer models. Safety Precautions Before making any modifications or repairs to a vehicle, make sure that the vehicle is properly supported with lifting or support devices that have the correct capacity. CAUTION Never depend on the axles and jacks alone to support the vehicle when making repairs or modifications. A vehicle that is not adequately supported can fall and cause severe injuries or death. Models Affected TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ14-17+3, EQ16-17+3 OVERVIEW: CAUTION Personal protective equipment must be worn when making vehicle repairs or modifications. This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, steel toe boots and gloves. It has been determined that the axle installed on the trailer may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. In the event the combined axle GAWR is less than the trailer’s stated GVWR, there is an increased risk of property damage, personal injury or death. Replacement of under rated axles is required. PROCESS: See sheet 2 for proper inspection and replacement procedure. CORRECT AXLE PART NUMBER PER MODEL: • TH10-20BK4CR: 6150762 – 5 leaf spring • TU10-20BK4CR: 6150762 – 5 leaf spring • EQ14-17+3: 6150769 – 6 leaf spring • EQ16-17+3: 6165132 – 6 leaf spring Page 1 of2 l!:lOrangeline Trailers- 10/ 19/2022 ORANGE LINE AXLE REPLACEMENT SERVICE BULLETIN INSPECTION Visually inspect the identification tag on each axle to determine part number. The axle ident ification tag should be located on the axle tube near the center of the axle. If the part number matches the part number listed above on sheet 1 t hen no replacement is necessary. If the part number differs from t hat listed above, follow the replacement steps listed below. REPLACEMENT Step Element Description Key Points Tools Est. Time Required Required Lift trailer and support with Ensure trai ler is supported in 4 locations Jack stands 1 lift or stands. See step 3 (front & rear corners). (x4) before lifting trailer. 10 Minutes Put jack stands under both Be sure both axles are fully supported for Jack stands 2 axles (2 per axle) and lift removal. firmly against axles Remove wheels Loosen wheel lug nuts prior to lifting t railer Torque gun so t he wheel does not spin while loosening. and 3 5 minutes appropriate socket Remove hanger bolts from Place bolts and nuts nearby for reuse Torque gun hangers/springs and bolt and 15 Minutes 4 from center hanger. appropriate socket 5 Lower and remove axles. Set these aside for disposition 5 Minutes Remove U-bolts and springs Set t hese aside for reuse. Torque gun 6 and appropriate 10 Minutes socket Place correct axles back on Verify they are centered on both ends 7 leaf spring assembly 10 Minutes Tighten U-bolts back down Tighten U-bolt nuts as follows: Torque gun • 1/2-20 U-bolt: 52-70 ft. lbs . and 8 • 9/16-18 U-bolt: 75-100 ft. lbs. appropriate 10 Minutes socket Lift assembly and attach to Insert the bolt from the inside of the trailer Torque gun hangers using bolts so that t he nut will be mounted from the and and lock nuts outside. After the bolt is positioned through appropriate 9 the hanger holes, the bolt must be fully socket 5 Minutes seated. Be sure the hanger is not imeeding the movement of the sering after installation. 10 Reinstall t ires and remove jack stands under axles 10 Minutes Lower trailer back to the 11 ground 5 Minutes Page 2 of2 ©Orange Line Trailers- 1O/19/2022 ORANGE LINE AXLE REPLACEMENT SERVICE BULLETIN •

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Contract Manufacturer, LLC Submission Date : OCT 04, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-738 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Contract Manufacturer, LLC Address : 200 County Road PO Box 680 Madill OK 73446 Company phone : 580-795-5536 Population : Number of potentially involved : 142 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL TH10-20BK4CR Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL TU10-20BK4CR Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL EQ14-17+3 Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL EQ16-17+3 Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : At the Batavia, Ohio production facility, a lower rated axle may have been installed on the affected units, so that the axles are not rated to the same max weight as the trailer’s stated GVWR. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : If the axle installed is not correctly rated to the unit’s GVWR the axle could break while in use or while loading/unloading. In the event of an axle break, there is an increased risk of property damage, personal injury or death. Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : No known warning will precede the failure. Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : o In mid-July a warranty claim related to tires resulted in the discovery that the trailer had an axle installed with a lower weight rating than the trailer’s stated GVWR. In response, all in stock inventory at the Batavia, Ohio production facility which utilized that axle were inspected and corrected, if necessary. Over the next 60 days, an additional 12 warranty claims were received for units with incorrect axles, all of which had shipped prior to mid-July. These trailers have been remedied. Upon further review, it was determined that the potential for more units with the incorrect axles to have been shipped existed and a recall is now being initiated. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : CM will notify all affected dealers of the recall and request that any trailers currently in their inventory not be sold until an inspection is completed to verify the axle rating matches that of the trailer GVWR. CM will provide the components and instructions for dealer replacement and reimburse for labor to inspect and perform any necessary replacement. The remedy will be to replace any axles rated lower than the stated GVWR of the trailer with axles rated to the proper weight. Customers will be notified that they will be reimbursed for reasonable costs incurred to replace the axles on their trailer if they were required to do so prior to the issuance of a recall. Customers will be asked to submit paid invoices and proof of replacement prior to reimbursement. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Remedy axles will have the appropriate rating for the stated GVWR of the trailer. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Additional production checkpoints and product quality review steps were added to the manufacturing process to ensure that the appropriately rated axles are installed on each trailer. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : A notification of dealers will begin as soon as practicable after issuance of the recall number by NHTSA. Notification of retail purchasers and registered owners will begin as soon as they are identified and will have notices mailed to them on or before December 17th, 2022. Planned Dealer Notification Date : NOV 03, 2022 – NOV 17, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 02, 2022 – DEC 16, 2022 * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Contract Manufacturer, LLC Submission Date : NOV 07, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-738 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Contract Manufacturer, LLC Address : 200 County Road PO Box 680 Madill OK 73446 Company phone : 580-795-5536 Population : Number of potentially involved : 142 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL TH10-20BK4CR Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL TU10-20BK4CR Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL EQ14-17+3 Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL EQ16-17+3 Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : At the Batavia, Ohio production facility, a lower rated axle may have been installed on the affected units, so that the axles are not rated to the same max weight as the trailer’s stated GVWR. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : If the axle installed is not correctly rated to the unit’s GVWR the axle could break while in use or while loading/unloading. In the event of an axle break, there is an increased risk of property damage, personal injury or death. Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : No known warning will precede the failure. Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : NR Component Description : NR Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : o In mid-July a warranty claim related to tires resulted in the discovery that the trailer had an axle installed with a lower weight rating than the trailer’s stated GVWR. In response, all in stock inventory at the Batavia, Ohio production facility which utilized that axle were inspected and corrected, if necessary. Over the next 60 days, an additional 12 warranty claims were received for units with incorrect axles, all of which had shipped prior to mid-July. These trailers have been remedied. Upon further review, it was determined that the potential for more units with the incorrect axles to have been shipped existed and a recall is now being initiated. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : CM will notify all affected dealers of the recall and request that any trailers currently in their inventory not be sold until an inspection is completed to verify the axle rating matches that of the trailer GVWR. CM will provide the components and instructions for dealer replacement and reimburse for labor to inspect and perform any necessary replacement. The remedy will be to replace any axles rated lower than the stated GVWR of the trailer with axles rated to the proper weight. Customers will be notified that they will be reimbursed for reasonable costs incurred to replace the axles on their trailer if they were required to do so prior to the issuance of a recall. Customers will be asked to submit paid invoices and proof of replacement prior to reimbursement. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Remedy axles will have the appropriate rating for the stated GVWR of the trailer. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Additional production checkpoints and product quality review steps were added to the manufacturing process to ensure that the appropriately rated axles are installed on each trailer. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : A notification of dealers will begin as soon as practicable after issuance of the recall number by NHTSA. Notification of retail purchasers and registered owners will begin as soon as they are identified and will have notices mailed to them on or before December 2, 2022. Planned Dealer Notification Date : NOV 03, 2022 – NOV 17, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 02, 2022 – DEC 16, 2022 * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Contract Manufacturer, LLC Submission Date : NOV 08, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-738 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Contract Manufacturer, LLC Address : 200 County Road PO Box 680 Madill OK 73446 Company phone : 580-795-5536 Population : Number of potentially involved : 142 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL TH10-20BK4CR Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL EQ16-17+3 Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL EQ14-17+3 Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2023-2023 Contract Manufacturer, LL TU10-20BK4CR Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : For some trailer models TH10-20BK4CR, TU10-20BK4CR, EQ16-17+3 and EQ14-17 +3 manufactured between 11-MAY-22 and 9-AUG-22 the axle installed may not be rated as high as the stated GVWR of the unit. Production Dates : MAY 11, 2022 – AUG 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : At the Batavia, Ohio production facility, a lower rated axle may have been installed on the affected units, so that the axles are not rated to the same max weight as the trailer’s stated GVWR. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : If the axle installed is not correctly rated to the unit’s GVWR the axle could break while in use or while loading/unloading. In the event of an axle break, there is an increased risk of property damage, personal injury or death. Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : No known warning will precede the failure. Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : Axle Component Description : 3.5K 95HF 80SC 550 ELEC FSA EZ-LUBE Component Part Number : # 6150745 Component Name 2 : Axle Component Description : 6K 95HF 80SC 865 ELEC FSA EZ-LUBE Component Part Number : 6150765 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Dexter Axle Company Address : 2900 Industrial Parkway East Elkhart Indiana 46516 Country : United States Chronology : o In mid-July a warranty claim related to tires resulted in the discovery that the trailer had an axle installed with a lower weight rating than the trailer’s stated GVWR. In response, all in stock inventory at the Batavia, Ohio production facility which utilized that axle were inspected and corrected, if necessary. Over the next 60 days, an additional 12 warranty claims were received for units with incorrect axles, all of which had shipped prior to mid-July. These trailers have been remedied. Upon further review, it was determined that the potential for more units with the incorrect axles to have been shipped existed and a recall is now being initiated. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-738 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : CM will notify all affected dealers of the recall and request that any trailers currently in their inventory not be sold until an inspection is completed to verify the axle rating matches that of the trailer GVWR. CM will provide the components and instructions for dealer replacement and reimburse for labor to inspect and perform any necessary replacement. The remedy will be to replace any axles rated lower than the stated GVWR of the trailer with axles rated to the proper weight. Customers will be notified that they will be reimbursed for reasonable costs incurred to replace the axles on their trailer if they were required to do so prior to the issuance of a recall. Customers will be asked to submit paid invoices and proof of replacement prior to reimbursement. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Remedy axles will have the appropriate rating for the stated GVWR of the trailer. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Additional production checkpoints and product quality review steps were added to the manufacturing process to ensure that the appropriately rated axles are installed on each trailer. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : A notification of dealers will begin as soon as practicable after issuance of the recall number by NHTSA. Notification of retail purchasers and registered owners will begin as soon as they are identified and will have notices mailed to them on or before December 2, 2022. Planned Dealer Notification Date : NOV 03, 2022 – NOV 17, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 02, 2022 – DEC 16, 2022 * NR – Not Reported

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