Recall 22V421 affects 235 2018-2021 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC and FXSG-10K-20D trailers for weak ramp-bracket welds. Repair will be free at any franchised Kaufman dealer once available.
Kaufman is recalling 235 2018-2021 FXSG-10K-20D-SC and FXSG-10K-20D trailers because welds on the ramp holding bracket are insufficient. If the bracket breaks, the ramp can fall during use and increase injury risk; the Kaufman repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The ramp holding bracket on 2018-2021 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC and FXSG-10K-20D trailers is part of the trailer structure that holds the loading ramp in its track during loading and unloading. It keeps the ramp supported and aligned so equipment can move on and off the trailer without the bracket shifting. The bracket depends on complete welds and reinforcement at the cap end and middle gusset.
On affected trailers, the welds on the ramp holding bracket were not strong enough. Some units were also built without the cap end or middle gusset that gives the bracket extra support. When the ramp carries load, that weak point can let the bracket bend, move, or break away from the ramp track.
Before failure, an owner can see the ramp holding bracket bending or moving out of position. The bracket can also break without warning, so a trailer that looks normal still needs the recall reinforcement if its VIN is included.
Who's affected?
Covers 2 Kaufman FXSG trailer configurations across 2018-2021, all tied to the same body or structural component.
| 2018 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2020 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D | body or structural component |
| 2018 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D | body or structural component |
| 2020 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC | body or structural component |
| 2019 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D | body or structural component |
| 2021 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D | body or structural component |
| 2021 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC | body or structural component |
| 2019 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 235 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A broken ramp holding bracket can let the ramp fall during use, increasing the risk of injury. Watch for a bracket that bends, shifts, or no longer holds the ramp securely, and keep people clear of the ramp until the reinforcement is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Kaufman dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2021 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC or FXSG-10K-20D trailer is included in this recall.
- Check for the owner letter Kaufman mailed on June 17, 2022, or call Kaufman customer service if you did not receive it.
- Contact a franchised Kaufman dealer and ask when the free ramp-bracket weld reinforcement instructions are available.
- Reference recall number 22V421 when you call so the dealer can match the repair instructions to your trailer.
- Avoid using the ramp until Kaufman confirms the ramp holding bracket welds have been reinforced.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is still being developed, so do not treat this as a repair that is open for scheduling yet. Once available, the dealer repair will be free. At the dealer, a Kaufman technician or service team will provide instructions for reinforcing the ramp holding bracket welds covered by the recall. Parts, labor, and repair instructions are covered under the recall. Kaufman's general reimbursement plan covers documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this weld issue. Keep prior repair paperwork and contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6800 to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 14, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 17, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 20, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| June 20, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 22, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V421?
Recall 22V421 covers 235 2018-2021 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC and FXSG-10K-20D trailers with insufficient welds on the ramp holding bracket. If the bracket breaks, the ramp can fall during use and increase injury risk. Kaufman dealers provide reinforcement instructions free of charge.
What should I do if my 2018-2021 Kaufman FXSG-10K-20D-SC or FXSG-10K-20D is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V421. If it is, contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6800 or a Kaufman dealer and ask for the free ramp bracket weld reinforcement instructions.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Kaufman's remedy says dealers will provide instructions on how to reinforce the ramp bracket welds free of charge. Reference recall 22V421 when you call, and ask what documentation or inspection the dealer needs before the reinforcement work is completed.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a ramp that falls during use. The recall says insufficient welds on the ramp holding bracket can let the bracket break, increasing injury risk for anyone loading, unloading, or standing near the ramp. Keep people clear of the ramp until the reinforcement guidance is handled.
When were owners notified about recall 22V421?
Kaufman mailed owner notification letters on June 17, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or never received the letter, the VIN still decides whether the free recall remedy applies. Check your VIN and reference recall 22V421 when you contact Kaufman or a dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V421000 |
|---|---|
| Kaufman customer service | 1-336-790-6800 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V421 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V421000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →