Recall 23V223 covers 65 2019-2022 Four Degree Ipt-Eot and Lo-Lal trailers for winch remote water intrusion. Replacement remotes are free once available.
Four Degree is recalling 65 2019-2022 Ipt-Eot and Lo-Lal trailers equipped with a Warn winch and wireless handheld remote because water can enter the remote, corrode the circuit board, and let the winch operate without command. An unintended winch movement increases the risk of injury, and the Four Degree dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Warn VR EVO 8 winch on 2019-2022 Four Degree Ipt-Eot and Lo-Lal trailers is the powered cable unit used to pull, load, or secure equipment. Its wireless handheld remote sends electrical commands to the winch, so the operator can run the cable from a safer position instead of standing at the winch controls.
The problem is inside that handheld remote. Water can get into the remote housing after exposure or submersion, then corrode the circuit board. Once that board is damaged, the remote can send a command the operator did not press, which lets the winch operate unintentionally and raises the risk of injury to anyone near the cable or load.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat a wet or submerged remote as suspect, and keep people clear of the winch line until the remote and winch are inspected under the recall.
Who's affected?
Covers Ipt-Eot and Lo-Lal trailers from the 2019-2022 model years, with the VR EVO 8 winch tied to the winch and electrical system components.
| 2022 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | Winch |
|---|---|
| 2022 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | electrical system |
| 2021 Four Degree Lo-Lal | Winch |
| 2021 Four Degree Lo-Lal | electrical system |
| 2019 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | Winch |
| 2019 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | electrical system |
| 2020 Four Degree Lo-Lal | Winch |
| 2020 Four Degree Lo-Lal | electrical system |
| 2021 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | Winch |
| 2021 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | electrical system |
| 2020 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | Winch |
| 2020 Four Degree Ipt-Eot | electrical system |
| 2022 Four Degree Lo-Lal | Winch |
| 2022 Four Degree Lo-Lal | electrical system |
| 2019 Four Degree Lo-Lal | Winch |
| 2019 Four Degree Lo-Lal | electrical system |
| Units affected | 65 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
A winch that runs without a command can injure people near the cable, hook, or load. Keep bystanders clear, stop using the wireless remote if it acts unexpectedly, and contact Four Degree for the recall remedy. Repair will be free at any franchised Four Degree dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2022 Four Degree Ipt-Eot or Lo-Lal trailer is included in this recall.
- Use the Four Degree owner letter mailed April 12, 2023 for the winch remote inspection instructions.
- Inspect the Warn winch wireless remote for water intrusion or circuit board corrosion, then remove the battery pack to disable the wireless function.
- Stop using the remote if you find corrosion or water intrusion, and contact WARN customer service for the free replacement remote.
- Call Four Degree customer service at 1-309-853-3387 with questions and reference recall number 23V223.
What happens at the repair
Four Degree is handling this remedy with WARN. Owners receive instructions to inspect the winch remote for corrosion and disable the wireless function by removing the battery pack from the remote. If corrosion or water intrusion is found during that inspection, stop using the remote and contact WARN customer service for a replacement remote, free of charge. When the water resistant replacement remote is available, WARN will provide it free under the recall. Do not keep using a remote that shows corrosion or water intrusion.
Timeline
| March 30, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 12, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V223?
Recall 23V223 covers 65 2019-2022 Four Degree Ipt-Eot and Lo-Lal trailers equipped with a Warn winch and wireless handheld remote. Water intrusion can corrode the remote circuit board and let the winch operate unintentionally, increasing injury risk. The replacement remote is free.
What should I do if my 2019-2022 Four Degree Ipt-Eot or Lo-Lal is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V223. If it is, follow Four Degree and WARN instructions to inspect the winch remote, remove the battery pack to disable wireless operation, and stop using the remote if corrosion or water intrusion is found.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost. Four Degree and WARN will provide inspection and wireless-disable instructions, and WARN will provide a replacement remote free of charge when corrosion or water intrusion is found.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended winch operation. If water enters the wireless handheld remote, corrosion can affect the circuit board and allow the winch to run without the operator intending it. That unintended movement increases the risk of injury around the trailer and winch.
When were owners notified about this recall?
Four Degree mailed owner notification letters on April 12, 2023. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 23V223 when you contact Four Degree customer service at 1-309-853-3387.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V223000 |
|---|---|
| Four Degree customer service | 1-309-853-3387 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V223 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V223000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (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 →