Recall 14V410000
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 R9X12T trailers manufactured November 28, 2012, to March 21, 2014; R400T trailers manufactured August 27, 2013, to June 16, 2014; and R600HC trailers manufactured October 28, 2013, to April 25, 2014. In the affected drilling fluid reclaimer trailers, the suspension pivot bolts could loosen causing axle separation.
Safety Consequence
If the axle separates from the reclaimer, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will add welds to secure the suspension pivot bolts, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2014. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK00-3061.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | VERMEER | R9X12T |
| 2011 | VERMEER | R9X12T |
| 2012 | VERMEER | R9X12T |
| 2013 | VERMEER | R400T |
| 2013 | VERMEER | R600HC |
| 2013 | VERMEER | R9X12T |
| 2014 | VERMEER | R400T |
| 2014 | VERMEER | R600HC |
| 2014 | VERMEER | R9X12T |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.