Recall 23V009 affects 38 2016-2023 Lode King Prestige semi-trailers for rear cargo winch mounts with missing welds. Free repair at any franchised Lode King dealer.
Lode King is recalling 38 2016-2023 Prestige steel step deck semi-trailers with beavertail style ramps because rear cargo securement winch mounts can fail from improper welds. A failed mount can let cargo fall onto the road, increasing crash or injury risk, and Lode King dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear cargo securement winch on affected 2016-2023 Lode King Prestige step deck semi-trailers is the tie-down point used to tension cargo straps. On trailers with a beavertail style ramp, the winch frame is welded to the trailer side rail so tied-down cargo stays restrained during loading, travel, and braking.
On these trailers, production did not receive a detailed installation drawing with the needed weld symbols. The winch frame was welded along the top and bottom, but the vertical end weld on the pawl side was left out. Without that weld, the winch mount fails below the required load rating, and cargo can come loose from the trailer.
Owners will not have a reliable warning sign before the mount fails. There is no warning sign before failure. A missing vertical weld at the end of the winch frame is the defect Lode King dealers need to inspect and repair.
Who's affected?
The recall filing separates winch equipment and body structure items across the 2016-2023 Prestige model years.
| 2018 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2017 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2017 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
| 2016 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2016 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
| 2018 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2020 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2020 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
| 2019 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2019 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
| 2021 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2021 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
| 2023 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2023 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
| 2022 Lode King Prestige | Winch |
| 2022 Lode King Prestige | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 38 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the list, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the cargo winch mount fails, cargo can fall from the trailer and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. There is no known warning sign before the mount fails, so secure cargo carefully and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Lode King dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2023 Lode King Prestige trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lode King dealer to schedule the free winch-frame weld repair that secures the rear cargo winch mounts.
- Bring the owner notice if it arrived. If not, reference recall number 23V009 when you call.
- Avoid using the affected rear cargo winches until the weld repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lode King technician adds the missing weld on the end of the winch frame so the rear cargo securement winch mount is properly attached. The recall repair is free, so parts and labor for that weld are covered. If you already paid for this winch frame repair before the recall notice, Lode King has a general reimbursement plan on file. Contact Lode King customer service and keep your repair documentation available for the claim discussion.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 13, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 23, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| January 23, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 1, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 3, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V009?
Recall 23V009 covers 38 2016-2023 Lode King Prestige SDE and SDF steel step deck semi-trailers with beavertail-style ramps. Rear cargo securement winches lack the required weld, and the winch mount can fail. Dealers will add the missing weld free of charge.
What should I do if my 2016-2023 Lode King Prestige is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V009. If it is, contact a franchised Lode King dealer or Lode-King/Prestige customer service at 1-866-797-0669 to arrange the missing-weld repair. Reference recall 23V009 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Lode King dealers will add the missing weld on the end of the winch frame free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is falling cargo. If the rear cargo winch mount fails, cargo can fall from the trailer and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free weld repair with a Lode King dealer.
When were owners notified about recall 23V009?
Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2023. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN and contact a Lode King dealer if your trailer is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V009000 |
|---|---|
| Lode King customer service | 1-866-797-0669 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V009 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V009000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →