Vermeer Manufacturing Company | NHTSA Recall #14V646000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V646000 by Vermeer Manufacturing Company. Affecting model year 2014 tr620 trommel trailers manufactured june 2, 2014, to september 27, 2014 Includes 5 affected units, Pintle Hitch may Separate from Trailer, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014 tr620 trommel trailers manufactured june 2, 2014, to september 27, 2014

Defect Summary

Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2014 tr620 trommel trailers manufactured june 2, 2014, to september 27, 2014. the affected trailers may have been manufactured with an incorrect material used for the tapped pintle hitch mount plate.

Corrective Action

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will install a field kit to correct the pintle hitch mounting, free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2014. owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051. vermeer's number for this recall is ik003100.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V646000
Manufacturer: Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Report Received Date: 2014-10-14T00:00:00
Subject: Pintle hitch may separate from trailer
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VFK000500
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2014 tr620 trommel trailers manufactured june 2, 2014, to september 27, 2014. the affected trailers may have been manufactured with an incorrect material used for the tapped pintle hitch mount plate.
Consequence Summary: The incorrect material may allow the pintle hitch mounting bolts to loosen. this could cause a separation of the towed trailer from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action: Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will install a field kit to correct the pintle hitch mounting, free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2014. owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051. vermeer's number for this recall is ik003100.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 80

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NHTSA ID: 14V646000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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