Safety Recall NHTSA · 22E003000 Reported January 20, 2022

Coupler improperly welded

Pacific Trailer Products, Inc · Equipment · 23,719 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22E003000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
23,719
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
January 20, 2022
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Pacific trailer products, inc (pacific trailer) is recalling certain ram a frame 2 5/16" couplers, part numbers ca-5400-o and ca-5400-b. the coupler was improperly welded, which may cause a trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.

Safety Consequence

Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Pacific trailer will provide inspection instructions and replace the couplers, as necessary. owner notification letters were mailed on february 4, 2022. owners may contact pacific trailer customer service at 1-360-859-3828.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Pacific Trailer Products, Inc dealer and reference recall ID 22E003000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22E003000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22E003000?

NHTSA recall 22E003000 was issued by Pacific Trailer Products, Inc on January 20, 2022. It addresses: Coupler improperly welded. The recall affects approximately 23,719 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Pacific Trailer Products, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22E003000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.