Recall 13V582 affects 278 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer trailers for weak side top rails. Repair is free at any franchised Jet Co dealer.
Jet Co is recalling 278 2011-2012 Aluminum Grain Trailer units, including 38, 40 and 42-foot trailers with a 6061-T6 aluminum extrusion 2X5 top tube, because the side top rail is too weak to prevent buckling. If the trailer buckles, the driver can lose control; Jet Co dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The top rail on a 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer is the long structural tube that runs along the upper edge of each side wall. It helps the trailer box keep its shape when grain loads press outward and when the trailer flexes on the road. On trailers with the 6061-T6 aluminum extrusion 2X5 top tube, that rail is part of the structure that keeps the side wall from folding inward or outward.
In recall 13V582, the side top rail is too weak for that job. Under load or road stress, the trailer structure can buckle because the rail does not provide enough resistance. Buckling changes the shape of the trailer body and signals that the side structure is no longer holding as designed.
Recall 13V582 does not list a driver warning sign before the structure buckles. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Both listed model years have the same body or structural component.
| 2011 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 278 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the trailer buckles, the driver can lose control, increasing the risk of a crash. Use caution and schedule the inspection soon. The dealer checks the top rail strength and adds aluminum reinforcement when needed. Repair is free at any franchised Jet Co dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jet Co dealer to schedule the free top-rail inspection.
- Schedule the aluminum reinforcement if the dealer finds the side top rail too weak to prevent trailer buckling.
- Bring the recall notice if Jet Co has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V582 when you call.
- Keep hauling plans on hold until the top rail has been inspected and any needed reinforcement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jet Co technician inspects the trailer's side top rail and checks whether the aluminum material has enough strength to prevent buckling. If the top rail does not pass inspection, the dealer adds an aluminum reinforcement. The inspection, reinforcement, parts, and labor are free under the recall. The remedy is available now, so owners with an included VIN can ask a Jet Co dealer to perform the recall repair.
Timeline
| November 20, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 27, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V582?
Recall 13V582 covers 278 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailers with top rails that are too weak to prevent trailer buckling. Buckling can cause loss of control and increase crash risk. Jet Co dealers inspect the top rail and add aluminum reinforcement for free when needed.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V582. If it is, contact a franchised Jet Co dealer to schedule the top-rail inspection and repair. Reference recall number 13V582 or Jet Co recall number 384042ATR when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Jet Co dealers will inspect the trailer top rail and add aluminum reinforcement free of charge when the inspected rail needs it.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer buckling that leads to loss of control. The recall covers certain aluminum grain trailers with side top rails that are too weak for the structure. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and reinforcement repair.
What if I bought this Jet Co trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Aluminum Grain Trailer is included, then contact a Jet Co dealer or call Jet Co at 1-515-332-3117.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V582000 |
|---|---|
| Jet Co customer service | 1-515-332-3117 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V582 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V582000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →