Recall 20V522000 — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL Defect in 2020-2021 PJ TRAILERS DE
RECALL This recall affects up to 694 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 20V522000 |
| Manufacturer | PJ Trailers |
| Vehicles Affected | 694 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2020-2021 DE trailers. The attachment bolts of the hydraulic cylinder may fail if the hydraulic system is used to lower the dump box once the dump box is already in the fully lowered position.
Safety Consequence
Use of the dump box after the attachment bolts fail may result in a sudden drop of the box as it is being raised, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
PJ Trailers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic power unit and the attachment bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2020. Owners may contact PJ Trailers customer service at 1-866-752-8781.
Related Recalls for PJ TRAILERS
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V837000 | 2025 PJ TRAILERS LD | SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE | 43 | |
| 23V857000 | 2024 PJ TRAILERS DT | TIRES:SIDEWALL | 4,267 | |
| 23V319000 | 2023 PJ TRAILERS DD | TRAILER HITCHES | 4,905 | |
| 21V061000 | 2021 PJ TRAILERS UL | SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE | 373 | |
| 16V433000 | 2016 PJ TRAILERS T1 | TRAILER HITCHES | 36 | |
| 12V174000 | 2011 PJ TRAILERS DD | EQUIPMENT | 194 | |
| 11V509000 | 2011 PJ TRAILERS FD | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1,917 |