Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Single Axle Brush Chipper Trailers, Fatigue And Cracks Can Occur In The Tongue Weldment.
Make Of Vehicle
VERMEER
Model Of Vehicle
BC1400
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
05V047000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches
Effect Of Defect
Tongue Failure Can Occur Resulting In Separation From The Towed Vehicle Which Can Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Tongue Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Began March 7, 2005. Owners May Contact Vermeer At 641-628-3141.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Start Of Manufacture
20020128
End Of Manufacture
20041206
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
57
Date Owners Notified
20050307
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Date Report Received
20050208
Make Campaign Number
IK00-1159