Recall 15V244 affects 223 2011-2012 Jet Co grain trailers for weak top rails. Repair is free at any franchised Jet Co dealer.
Jet Co is recalling 223 2011-2012 Aluminum Grain Trailer trailers because the side top rail can be too weak to keep the trailer from buckling. If the trailer buckles, the driver can lose control, increasing crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Jet Co opens it.
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What's wrong?
The top rail on a 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer is the long structural rail along the upper edge of each trailer side. On the affected 38, 40, and 42-foot trailers, that rail works with the side panels and frame to keep the trailer box straight while it carries grain and moves over the road.
This recall concerns trailers built with a 6061-T6 aluminum extrusion 2x5 top tube. In the affected build, the top rail on the sides of the trailer is too weak to keep the trailer from buckling. When that rail cannot hold the side structure in shape, the trailer body loses the stiffness it needs under load.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on a sound, light, or handling change to show that the side rail is close to buckling.
Who's affected?
The 2011 and 2012 model years are listed with 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 | 223 |
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?
A buckling trailer can cause loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Because no warning sign is listed, confirm coverage by VIN and schedule the dealer inspection soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Jet Co dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Jet Co customer service at 1-515-332-3117 to confirm repair scheduling and reference recall number 15V244.
- Schedule the top-rail inspection and aluminum reinforcement that addresses trailer buckling on the side rails.
- Bring the recall notice if Jet Co mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 15V244 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection and repair are complete; trailer buckling can cause loss of control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jet Co technician will measure the strength of the trailer's top rail. If the rail needs added support, the dealer will add an aluminum reinforcement, free of charge. Because the remedy status is not listed as available, treat the final dealer repair as free once available rather than assuming the repair can be completed now. Contact the dealer with your VIN before moving the trailer in for service.
Timeline
| April 24, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 19, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V244?
Recall 15V244 covers 223 2011-2012 Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailers with a top rail that is too weak to prevent trailer buckling. If the trailer buckles, the driver can lose control, increasing crash risk. Jet Co dealers will inspect the top rail and add reinforcement for free as 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 15V244. If it is, contact a Jet Co dealer or Jet Co customer service at 1-515-332-3117 to arrange the top rail measurement and any needed aluminum reinforcement. Reference recall 15V244 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Jet Co dealers will measure the top rail strength and add aluminum reinforcement as needed free of charge under recall 15V244.
Is it safe to use my Jet Co Aluminum Grain Trailer before the repair?
Recall 15V244 warns that the trailer top rail is too weak to prevent buckling. If buckling occurs, loss of control can result. Check your VIN before continued use, and ask Jet Co or the dealer whether your trailer needs inspection before it is loaded or moved.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V244000 |
|---|---|
| Jet Co customer service | 1-515-332-3117 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V244 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V244000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →