The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·14V538000·Announced 2014-09-04

Jet Company Recalls 2014 Side Dump Trailers Due to Suspension Bolt Failure

Jet Company is recalling 84 model year 2014 Side Dump Trailers because suspension pivot bolts may fail, potentially causing the axle to separate and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where suspension components may separate, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Jet Company, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2014 Side Dump Trailers manufactured between January 8, 2014, and March 6, 2014. The recall affects 84 trailers equipped with certain SAF-Holland-brand CBX Trailer Suspension Air Ride Axle Systems.

The defect involves pivot bolts in the trailer suspensions that may fail. If these bolts fail, the suspension and attached axle may separate from the trailer, which increases the risk of a crash.

Jet Company will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pivot bolts free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2014. Owners may contact Jet Company customer service at 1-515-332-3117 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JET COMPANY SIDE DUMP TRAILER
Brand
JET COMPANY
Manufacturer
Jet Company, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
84

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SIDE DUMP TRAILER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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