PJ Trailers report card

Utility · Dump · Equipment · Car hauler · Gooseneck and flatbed

Specs as published by the maker

CategoriesUtilityDumpEquipmentCar haulerGooseneck and flatbed
Parent companyAmerican Trailer World (ATW)
Founded1991
HeadquartersSumner, TX source
PlantsNot yet verified
How it sellsSold through dealers
Frame materialSteel on all 31 models read
Models tracked here31
AxlesDexter (car hauler and equipment guide)
Warranty3 year frame, 1 year limited source
WebsiteOfficial site

Taken from each maker's own published pages and checked October 26, 2026. Makers can change them at any time. Report an error

Warranty by part

  • Structural or frame 3 years.
  • Everything else (limited) 1 year.

Model year 2010 or later. Truck beds are a separate 1 year policy.

As the maker publishes it. The Warranty grade uses the structure or frame term for the maker's main model line only. source

Build facts (not graded)

Frame type and materialPublished for 31 of 31 model lines read
Axle brandPublished for 0 of 31 model lines read
Axle or suspension warranty stated by the makerPublished for 0 of 31 model lines read
Brake type and axles brakedPublished for 1 of 31 model lines read
Wiring and lightsPublished for 31 of 31 model lines read
Deck or floor material and thicknessPublished for 25 of 31 model lines read
Show the 31 model lines we read
Model lineFrame type and materialAxle brandAxle or suspension warranty stated by the makerBrake type and axles brakedWiring and lightsDeck or floor material and thickness
B5 5 Inch Channel Buggy Haulerchannel steel, size 5"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
B6 6 Inch Channel Super Widechannel steel (implied by channel), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
B8 8 Inch Channel Super Widechannel steel (implied by channel), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
C4 4 Inch Channel Carhaulerchannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
C5 5 Inch Channel Carhaulerchannel steel (implied by channel), size 5"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
D3 72 Inch Tandem Axle Dumpchannel steel, size 5"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiringnot listed on the model pages we read
D5 60 Inch Utility Dumpchannel steel, size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiringnot listed on the model pages we read
D7 14k Dump Trailerchannel steel, size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring10ga
D8 96 Inch Deckover Dumpi beam steel, size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiringnot listed on the model pages we read
Dl 14k Low Profile Dump Proi beam steel, size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiringnot listed on the model pages we read
Dm 83 Inch Low Pro High Side Dumpi beam steel, size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiringnot listed on the model pages we read
Dt 83 Inch Telescopic Dumpi beam steel, size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiringnot listed on the model pages we read
Dt Gn 83 Inch Telescopic Dumpi beam steel, size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring7ga
Dx 16k Low Profile Dump Proi beam steel, size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring7ga
C8 8 Inch Channel Equipmentchannel steel, size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Cc 6 Inch Channel Equipmentchannel steel (implied by channel), size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Cd 6 Inch Channel Equipmentchannel steel, size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Ce 5 Inch Channel Equipmentchannel steel, size 5"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
H5 10 Inch Pro Beam Equipmenti beam steel (implied by i beam), size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
H6 8 Inch Pro Beam Super Wide Equipmenti beam steel (implied by i beam), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
H7 10 Inch Pro Beam Super Wide Equipmenti beam steel (implied by i beam), size 3”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Ls Low Pro Flatdeck With 7k Singlesi beam steel (implied by i beam), size 12"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Lx Low Pro Flatdeck With 8k Singlesi beam steel (implied by i beam), size 12"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
P8 14k Angle Pipetop Trailerangle steel (implied by angle), size 3" x 5"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
U2 72 Inch Single Axle Channel Utilitychannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readwiring described11ga
U6 60 Inch Single Axle Channel Utilitychannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
U7 77 Inch Single Axle Channel Utilitychannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
U8 83 Inch Single Axle Channel Utilitychannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Uc 60 Inch Tandem Axle Channel Utilitychannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Uk 77 Inch Tandem Axle Channel Utilitychannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber
Ul 83 Inch Tandem Axle Channel Utilitychannel steel (implied by channel), size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readsealed or protected wiring2" Treated Pine Lumber

Plain facts from the maker's model pages we read. They never change a grade. Not listed on the model pages we read does not mean the trailer lacks the feature, because many makers show specs in images, brochures, or dealer sheets.

Typical prices by type

TypeTypical newTypical used
Utility$2,850 to $5,800
median $4,150
74 listings, updated October 2026
$2,450 to $6,750
median $3,600
8 listings, updated October 2026
Under 10,000 GVWR$2,950 to $5,950
median $4,200
34 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
10,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
Dump$9,050 to $14,250
median $12,000
108 listings, updated October 2026
$10,600 to $14,000
median $12,700
6 listings, updated October 2026
Under 10,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
10,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
12,000 to 14,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
14,900 to 16,000 GVWR$9,450 to $13,500
median $12,000
48 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
17,500 to 19,999 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
20,000 GVWR and upNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
Equipment$6,500 to $12,100
median $9,600
53 listings, updated October 2026
$5,750 to $11,900
median $9,700
14 listings, updated October 2026
Under 10,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
10,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
12,000 to 14,000 GVWR$7,000 to $11,750
median $9,850
12 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Tilt deck$8,150 to $11,800
median $10,450
10 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
14,900 to 16,000 GVWR$9,350 to $12,400
median $9,900
14 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Tilt deck$9,350 to $12,450
median $9,850
13 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
20,000 GVWR and upNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
Car hauler$4,550 to $8,500
median $7,350
18 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Under 10,000 GVWR$4,550 to $8,200
median $7,200
9 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
10,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
Gooseneck and flatbed$9,750 to $21,450
median $14,450
46 listings, updated October 2026
$5,950 to $13,000
median $9,400
20 listings, updated October 2026
10,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
12,000 to 14,000 GVWR$8,350 to $13,250
median $11,000
6 listings, updated October 2026
$4,850 to $9,550
median $7,200
5 listings, updated October 2026
14,900 to 16,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
20,000 GVWR and upNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet

Typical prices come from thousands of public dealer and classified listings across the US, refreshed monthly. Each range is the middle 80 percent of advertised prices for that exact brand, trailer type, and condition, split by GVWR class and, for equipment and car haulers, tilt deck or ramps. Types and weight classes are never blended. Ranges show only when at least 5 listings from at least two different sellers match.

Recall history

8 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA naming PJ trailers, received 2011 to 2024. 3 were received in the last five years.

Most recent recalls

November 6, 2024, NHTSA campaign 24V837000

Maker named by NHTSA

PJ Trailers

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2024-2025 LD trailers. The air ride suspension brake axles may be installed incorrectly, resulting in reduced braking ability.

Remedy as filed

PJ Trailers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 26, 2024. Owners may contact PJ Trailers customer service at 1-903-669-0228.

NHTSA lists about 43 potentially affected units for this campaign.
December 18, 2023, NHTSA campaign 23V857000

Maker named by NHTSA

PJ Trailers

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2024 B5, B6, B8, C8, CC, CE, D3, D5, D8, DD, DG, DL, DM, DR, DT, F8, FD, FY, L6, LD, LS, LX, LY, P8, PL, T1, T6, T7, T8, T9, TF, and TJ trailers. The sidewall of the tires may experience bubbling and separate, causing loss of tire pressure. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other Than Passenger Cars."

Remedy as filed

Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 08, 2024. Owners may contact PJ Trailers customer service at 1-866-752-8781.

NHTSA lists about 4,267 potentially affected units for this campaign.
May 4, 2023, NHTSA campaign 23V319000

Maker named by NHTSA

PJ Trailers

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2022-2024 LD, LY, LX, LS, CC, DD, TJ, and TS trailers equipped with a Demco EZ Latch Gooseneck Coupler. The coupler mounting bolts may loosen and cause the coupler to separate from the inner tube.

Remedy as filed

Dealers will replace the couplers, free of charge. Owner notification letter were mailed June 15, 2023. Owners may contact PJ Trailers customer service at 1-866-752-8781.

NHTSA lists about 4,905 potentially affected units for this campaign.
February 8, 2021, NHTSA campaign 21V061000

Maker named by NHTSA

PJ Trailers

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2021 C4, C5, U8, UL, U6, and UC trailers equipped with axles that may have missing inner bearings.

Remedy as filed

PJ Trailers will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailer axles and replace the idler axles, hub subassemblies, washers, and dust covers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2021. Owners may contact PJ Trailers customer service at 1-866-752-8781.

NHTSA lists about 373 potentially affected units for this campaign.
August 28, 2020, NHTSA campaign 20V522000

Maker named by NHTSA

PJ Trailers

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

PJ Trailers is recalling certain 2020-2021 DE trailers. The attachment bolts of the hydraulic cylinder may fail if the hydraulic system is used to lower the dump box once the dump box is already in the fully lowered position.

Remedy as filed

PJ Trailers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic power unit and the attachment bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2020. Owners may contact PJ Trailers customer service at 1-866-752-8781.

NHTSA lists about 694 potentially affected units for this campaign.

Showing the 5 most recent of 8 campaigns. See every campaign on NHTSA by searching the campaign number or the maker name.

Source: NHTSA recall data. Quoted text is the maker's own filing, shown as NHTSA publishes it. A recall is a safety campaign filed by a maker and is not a finding that anyone did something wrong. Campaigns that name more than one brand count for each brand named.

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