Vermeer Manufacturing Company | NHTSA Recall #12V379000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V379000 by Vermeer Manufacturing Company. Affecting model year 2012 bc1200xl brush chipper trailers because the lug nuts may not have been properly torqued Includes 40 affected units, Improper Lug Nut Torqueing, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2012 bc1200xl brush chipper trailers because the lug nuts may not have been properly torqued

Defect Summary

Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2012 bc1200xl brush chipper trailers because the lug nuts may not have been properly torqued. as a result, the lug nuts could loosen and the wheels could separate from the bush chipper.

Corrective Action

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the lug nuts, free of charge. the recall began on august 21, 2012. owners may contact vermeer at 1-641-628-3141.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V379000
Report Received Date: 2012-08-06T00:00:00
Subject: Improper lug nut torqueing
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 40

Details

MFR Campaign Number: IK00-1732
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2012 bc1200xl brush chipper trailers because the lug nuts may not have been properly torqued. as a result, the lug nuts could loosen and the wheels could separate from the bush chipper.
Consequence Summary: If the wheels separate from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of personal injury, property damage or a crash.
Corrective Action: Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the lug nuts, free of charge. the recall began on august 21, 2012. owners may contact vermeer at 1-641-628-3141.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V379000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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