NHTSA Recall 12V291000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V291000; Date: Jun. 22, 2012
Reduced braking capacity can lead to increased stopping distances and/or crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Vermeer R9x12t; 2011 Vermeer R9x12t; 2012 Vermeer R9x12t
Component: Structure:frame And Members
Manufactured by: Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Affected Units:: 14
Recall Summary:
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 vermeer r9x12t trailers because of an inadequate clearance between the slack adjuster arm and the trailer frame. As such, the axle could contact the arm, bending it. Overtime, one or more of the brakes could lose its braking capacity due to the bent slack adjuster arm.
How to Fix:
Vermeer will notify owners, and will replace the axle, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 6, 2012. Owners may contact vermeer at 1-641-628-3141.
Recall Notes:
Vermeer�s recall number is ik00-1718. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 6, 2012
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