The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·19V321000·Announced 2019-04-24

LDJ Recalls 2017-2018 R250 Trailers Due to Axle Installation Defects

LDJ is recalling 2017-2018 R250 Container trailers because axles may be installed backwards or unwelded, potentially causing brake failure and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (axle installation) that compromises service brakes, creating a significant risk of crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural vehicle defects.

Plain-English summary

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 R250 Container trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the axles may have been installed backwards. Additionally, some axle spring seats may not have been welded to the axle.

If the axle was installed backwards, the brakes may not operate properly, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on May 22, 2019.

Owners should contact LDJ customer service at 1-641-620-4034. Dealers will inspect and correct the axle installations and weld the axle spring seat to the axle, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
LDJ R250
Brand
LDJ
Manufacturer
LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
23

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • R250

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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