Recall 23V794 affects 66 2021-2024 Lode King Prestige semi-trailers because an unlocked chute door can detach. Repair is free at any franchised Lode King dealer.
Lode King is recalling 66 2021-2024 Prestige semi-trailers equipped with a lockable 2-speed gearbox because an open, unlocked chute door can fall off while the trailer is moving. A detached door can become a road hazard and increase crash risk, and Lode King dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The chute door on a 2021-2024 Lode King Prestige semi-trailer is the sliding door at the bottom of the hopper that controls when material leaves the trailer. The lockable 2-speed gearbox helps the operator open, close, and hold that door in position. During travel, the door is supposed to be closed and locked in its track.
On affected trailers, the design assumed operators would not travel with the chute door open and the lock left unlocked. If that happens, the open door is not restrained well enough by the original hardware. Road movement can let the chute door come out of its track and fall from the trailer while it is in transit.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue depends on the door being left open and unlocked before the trailer moves, so check that the chute door is closed and locked before travel.
Who's affected?
Spans Prestige trailers from the 2021-2024 model years, all tied to the same body-structure door component.
| 2021 Lode King Prestige | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2023 Lode King Prestige | body structure |
| 2022 Lode King Prestige | body structure |
| 2024 Lode King Prestige | body structure |
| Units affected | 66 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a door detaches, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. There is no known warning sign before the door comes loose, so schedule the recall repair and avoid hauling until a dealer confirms the fix is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Lode King dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2024 Lode King Prestige trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lode King dealer to schedule the free safety decal and stopper-finger repair that addresses the unlocked chute door that can fall off in transit.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one, and reference recall number 23V794 when you call.
- Keep the chute door closed and locked before each trip until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lode King technician installs a safety decal beside the 2-speed gearbox, then removes and replaces the stopper finger tied to the chute-door locking issue. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Lode King has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid out of pocket for the same recall repair before the notice. Bring prior repair documentation and receipts to the service desk, or contact Lode King customer service at 1-204-325-4345 for reimbursement instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 22, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 29, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| November 29, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 6, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 8, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V794?
Recall 23V794 covers 66 2021-2024 Lode King Prestige semi-trailers equipped with a lockable 2-speed gearbox. An open and unlocked chute door can fall off while the trailer is in transit, creating a road hazard. Dealers will install a safety decal and replace the stopper finger for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2024 Lode King Prestige is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V794. If it is, contact a Lode King dealer to schedule the safety decal installation and stopper finger replacement. Reference recall number 23V794 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Lode King dealers will install the safety decal and replace the stopper finger free of charge. Owners can contact Lode King customer service at 1-204-325-4345 for recall scheduling help.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a detached chute door becoming a road hazard. If the door falls off while the trailer is moving, other road users can strike it or swerve around it, increasing crash risk. The repair adds the safety decal and replaces the stopper finger.
When did Lode King notify owners?
Lode King mailed owner notification letters on December 6, 2023. If you own a 2021-2024 Lode King Prestige trailer and never received a letter, check your VIN and contact a Lode King dealer with recall number 23V794.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V794000 |
|---|---|
| Lode King customer service | 1-204-325-4345 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V794 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V794000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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