NHTSA Recall 26V269000: Body (structure)
Lode-King Industries, Ltd. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 114 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Lode King SDF50-3.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V269000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | April 28, 2026 |
| Owner notification | May 14, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Lode-King Industries, Ltd (Lode-King) is recalling certain 2019-2026 SDG53-3, SDF53-3, and SDF50-3 trailers. The rear impact guard may be missing welds, reducing the guard's structural strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 223, "Rear Impact Guards."
Safety risk
A guard with inadequate strength may not sufficiently protect a following vehicle, increasing the risk of injury during a rear end crash.
Remedy
Lode-King will inspect and add welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Lode-King's customer service at 1-204-325-4345 or 1-866-797-0669. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 22, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V269000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lode King SDF50-3 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Lode King SDF53-3 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Lode King SDG53-3 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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.