NHTSA Recall 12V375000
Filed by Vermeer Manufacturing Company. Component: Equipment. Reported 2012-08-02. An estimated 3,450 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush chipper.
Risk
If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began ion August 21, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 641-628-3141.
Manufacturer campaign number: IK00-1731
Notes
Vermeer's recall number is IK00-1731.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.