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- TRAILER HITCHES
- Problem
- PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2022-2024 LD, LY, LX, LS, CC, DD, TJ, and TS trailers equipped with a Demco EZ Latch Gooseneck Coupler. The coupler mounting bolts may loosen and cause the coupler to separate from the inner tube.
- Risk
- A coupler that separates can allow the trailer to disconnect from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the couplers, free of charge. Owner notification letter were mailed June 15, 2023. 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain trailers equipped with a Demco EZ Latch Gooseneck Coupler may have coupler mounting bolts that loosen over time. When this happens, the coupler can separate from the inner tube.
If the coupler separates, the trailer can disconnect from the tow vehicle while in use, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should check whether their trailer is included in this recall.
Dealers will replace the couplers free of charge. You can also contact PJ Trailers customer service at 1-866-752-8781 for more information, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle