2019–2026 Lode King SDF50-3, 2019–2026 Lode King SDF53-3, 2019–2026 Lode King SDG53-3 Recall: Rear impact guard may be missing welds, reducing the guard's structural…
NHTSA campaign 26V269000 · Structure · filed Apr 28, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Lode-King Industries, Ltd (Lode-King) is recalling certain 2019-2026 SDG53-3, SDF53-3, and SDF50-3 trailers. The rear impact guard may be missing welds, reducing the guard's structural strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 223, "Rear Impact Guards."
The risk
A guard with inadequate strength may not sufficiently protect a following vehicle, increasing the risk of injury during a rear end crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Lode-King will inspect and add welds as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Lode-King's customer service at 1-204-325-4345 or 1-866-797-0669. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 22, 2026.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
Other campaigns involving Lode King vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V269000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.