Recall 15V440 affects 1,890 2006-2015 Wilson Grain Trailer trailers for kingpin weld failure. Repair is free at any franchised Wilson dealer.
Wilson is recalling 1,890 2006-2015 Grain Trailer units because welds around the kingpin can fail, letting the kingpin separate from the pickup plate. If that separation happens, the trailer can detach from the tractor and increase crash risk; Wilson dealers will inspect and complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The kingpin on a 2006-2015 Wilson Grain Trailer is the steel pin at the front of the trailer that locks into the tractor fifth wheel. On these trailers, the kingpin sits in a pickup plate, with a bolster plate above it helping carry and spread the pulling load. That assembly has to stay rigid because it is the main connection between tractor and trailer.
The problem is in the welds that attach the bolster plate to the aluminum pickup plate around the kingpin. The welds can be the wrong size or quality, leaving incomplete penetration between the weld metal and the base metal. When those welds crack or fail, extra stress moves into the pickup plate. That stress can crack the pickup plate and allow the kingpin to separate from it.
What you can see before failure is cracked welds in the upper structure. Visible cracks there are a warning sign that welds inside the assembly have failed.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2006-2015 model years, with the same front suspension component listed across the scope.
| 2015 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2006 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2009 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2010 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2011 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2008 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2007 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2013 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2012 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| 2014 Wilson Grain Trailer | front suspension |
| Units affected | 1,890 |
| 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?
A separated kingpin can let the trailer detach from the tractor, increasing crash risk. Check the upper structure for visible cracked welds and take any cracking as a reason to stop hauling until a dealer inspects the assembly. Repair is free at any franchised Wilson dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2015 Wilson Grain Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Wilson dealer to schedule the free kingpin weld inspection and forged-steel kingpin repair that secures the trailer to the tractor.
- Bring the recall notice if Wilson mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V440 when you call.
- Inspect the kingpin area before moving the trailer, and keep it out of service if welds are cracked or failed.
- Call Wilson customer service at 1-800-798-2002 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Wilson technician inspects the aluminum kingpin assemblies for cracked or failed welds around the bolster plate and pickup plate. The technician repairs weld damage as needed, then installs a new forged steel kingpin with supplemental fasteners. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Wilson offers reimbursement for customers who paid for this repair before the notice. Contact Wilson customer service with proof of the prior repair expense so the reimbursement claim can be reviewed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 10, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 18, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| July 18, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 29, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 30, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 30, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V440?
Recall 15V440 covers 1,890 2006-2015 Wilson Grain Trailer units with kingpin assembly welds that can fail. If the kingpin separates from the pickup plate, the trailer can detach from the tractor and increase crash risk. Wilson dealers will inspect and repair the assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2015 Wilson Grain Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V440. If it is, contact a Wilson dealer or Wilson customer service at 1-800-798-2002 to schedule the kingpin assembly inspection and repair. Reference recall number 15V440 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Wilson's remedy says dealers will inspect the aluminum kingpin assemblies, repair cracked or failed welds as needed, and install a new forged steel kingpin with supplemental fasteners free of charge.
What is the safety risk with this Wilson Grain Trailer recall?
The risk is trailer separation. The recall involves welds around the kingpin that attach the bolster plate to the pickup plate. If those welds fail and the kingpin separates, the trailer can detach from the tractor and increase crash risk.
What if I bought my Wilson Grain Trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. If you never received Wilson's owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your trailer is included, then call a Wilson dealer or Wilson customer service with recall number 15V440.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V440000 |
|---|---|
| Wilson customer service | 1-800-798-2002 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V440 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V440000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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