Vermeer Manufacturing Company – Axle Mounting Bolt

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.


Report Received Date 08/02/2012
NHTSA ID 12V375000
Consequence Summary If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code IK00-1731
Potentially Affected 3450
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V375000)