2009 Wilson Grain Trailer recalls and problems

The 2009 Wilson Grain Trailer has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Wilson dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2009 Wilson Grain Trailer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2009 Wilson Grain Trailer recalls

Recall 15V-440: Suspension

Reported Jul 10, 2015 · 1,890 vehicles affected · Wilson Trailer Company

Problem: Wilson Trailer Company (Wilson) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Grain trailers manufactured January 1, 2006, to March 31, 2015. In the the affected trailers, the welds that attach the bolster plate to the pickup plate around the kingpin may fail. Failure of these welds may result in the kingpin separating from the pickup plate.

Risk: If the kingpin separates from the pickup plate, the trailer could detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Wilson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the aluminum kingpin assemblies for cracked or failed welds, repairing them as necessary. Additionally, a new forged steel kingpin will be installed with supplemental fasteners. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2015. Owners may contact Wilson customer service at 1-800-798-2002. Wilson's number for this recall is 323D.

Recall 08V-601: Suspension

Reported Nov 19, 2008 · 211 vehicles affected · WILSON TRAILER COMPANY

Problem: Wilson trailers is recalling 211 my 2009 grain trailers. The pivot bolts were loosened at installation and were not properly re-torqued.

Risk: This could result in premature wear bushing or hanger wear or loss of axle attachment, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will check the pivot bolts on the suspension hangers for torque and tighten to 475 FT lbs, if necessary. The recall began on november 20, 2008. Owners may contact wilson trailers at 1-800-798-2002.

2009 Wilson Grain Trailer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other1

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Recent 2009 Wilson Grain Trailer complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · reported Sep 3, 2015
Our company purchased this trailer used from the manufacturer in november of 2013. The trailer is titled / registered as a 2010 model year but was built in march of 2009. Our concern is that, despite having been in service for only five years, the unit has developed numerous cracks / breaks in the cross members between the frame rails of the rear sub frame.this is the frame that all of the rear suspension / three axles are mounted to. It also has attached to it the upper load bearing main body cross memebers that transfer the load from the outer body to the subframe. There are six cross…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Wilson Grain Trailer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Wilson Grain Trailer: 15V-440 (suspension), 08V-601 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Wilson Grain Trailer?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (1 reports).

Are Wilson recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Wilson dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.