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NHTSA Recall 20V522000: Mechanical (equipment)

PJ Trailers reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 694 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Pj Trailers De.

694
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (October 2)
NHTSA campaign20V522000
ComponentEQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL
Report receivedAugust 28, 2020
Owner notificationOctober 2, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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 risk

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V522000

Make and modelModel years
Pj Trailers De2020, 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.