7 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 2020-02-14
Description
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2020 bc1000xl, bc1200xl, bc1500, and ax19 brush chipper trailers. Incorrect lug nuts may have been installed, possibly resulting in the lug nuts loosening.
Consequence
If the lug nuts loosen while the vehicle is in motion, the wheel may detach and become a road hazard, or there may be a loss of control of the trailer. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Vermeer will notify owners and dealers will provide replacement 17.5¿ wheel/tire assembly, new wheel maintenance safety sign, tire specification placard, and supplemental operator¿s and maintenance manual with wheel maintenance instructions, free of charge. Vermeer issued owners an interim notification on march 19, 2020. The recall began july 6, 2020. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik3922.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 2021-04-21
Description
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2015-2021 ax19 brush chipper trailers. A crack may develop in the undercarriage frame and cause the frame to bend.
Consequence
A bent frame may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. Vermeer issued owners an interim notification letter on may 27, 2021. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik4078.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 2021-04-21
Description
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2015-2021 ax19 brush chipper trailers. A crack may develop in the undercarriage frame and cause the frame to bend.
Consequence
A bent frame may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. Vermeer issued owners an interim notification letter on may 27, 2021. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik4078.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 2021-04-21
Description
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2015-2021 ax19 brush chipper trailers. A crack may develop in the undercarriage frame and cause the frame to bend.
Consequence
A bent frame may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. Vermeer issued owners an interim notification letter on may 27, 2021. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik4078.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 2021-04-21
Description
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2015-2021 ax19 brush chipper trailers. A crack may develop in the undercarriage frame and cause the frame to bend.
Consequence
A bent frame may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. Vermeer issued owners an interim notification letter on may 27, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on june 17, 2021. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik4078.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #6 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 2021-04-21
Description
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2015-2021 ax19 brush chipper trailers. A crack may develop in the undercarriage frame and cause the frame to bend.
Consequence
A bent frame may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. Vermeer issued owners an interim notification letter on may 27, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on june 17, 2021. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik4078.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 2021-04-21
Description
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2015-2021 ax19 brush chipper trailers. A crack may develop in the undercarriage frame and cause the frame to bend.
Consequence
A bent frame may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. Vermeer issued owners an interim notification letter on may 27, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on june 17, 2021. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik4078.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.