- The problem
- 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.
- The 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.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2021 PJ Trailers DE Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2021 PJ Trailers DE with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2020 for the mechanical. For comparison, the 2020 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2021 PJ Trailers DE problems
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2021 PJ Trailers DE recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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1 complaints about the 2021 PJ Trailers DE
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Spare tire carrier detached from frame while in motion on causing spare tire to fall on road and subsequent loss of spare tire on roadway. Tire was never found nor any report of damage to other vehicle/property. This could have caused serious damage to other vehicle or persons.
PJ Trailers DE: every year compared
All DE years2021 PJ Trailers DE vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 PJ Trailers DE | 1 | 1 | - | |
| 2021 PJ Trailers UC | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2021 PJ Trailers DE
Does the 2021 PJ Trailers DE have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 PJ Trailers DE: mechanical (August 2020). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 PJ Trailers DE?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2021 PJ Trailers DE had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 16, 2020 and the latest on September 16, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 2021 PJ Trailers DE has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data