Recall 11V-509: 2011 PJ Trailers DD, 2011 PJ Trailers FD and 4 more
PJ TRAILERS recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 20, 2011, covering about 1,917 vehicles.
The problem
Pj trailers is recalling certain model year 2011 flatbed trailers equipped with a 15 3/4" or a 21 3/4" equalizer for 10k/12k spring axles. The welds on the top of the equalizer that hold the bushing through which the equalizer bolts to the trailer were not properly welded and can fail causing the axle to detach from the trailer.
The risk
Axle detachment could result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Pj trailers will notify owners and repair the trailers free of charge. The safety recall began on november 7, 2011. Owners may contact pj trailers at 1-903-669-0213.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PJ TRAILERS |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Axle Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V509000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| PJ Trailers DD | 2011 | All years |
| PJ Trailers FD | 2011 | All years |
| PJ Trailers FY | 2011 | All years |
| PJ Trailers LD | 2011 | All years |
| PJ Trailers LY | 2011 | All years |
| PJ Trailers TD | 2011 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V-509?
Pj trailers is recalling certain model year 2011 flatbed trailers equipped with a 15 3/4" or a 21 3/4" equalizer for 10k/12k spring axles. The welds on the top of the equalizer that hold the bushing through which the equalizer bolts to the trailer were not properly welded and can fail causing the axle to detach from the trailer.
How is recall 11V-509 fixed?
Pj trailers will notify owners and repair the trailers free of charge. The safety recall began on november 7, 2011. Owners may contact pj trailers at 1-903-669-0213.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.