PJ TRAILERS 2020 PJ TRAILERS DE Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 PJ TRAILERS DE
Brand
PJ TRAILERS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2020 PJ TRAILERS DE vehicles due to equipment:mechanical issues. 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..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026