Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
VERMEER
Model Of Vehicle
R9X12T
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V291000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
Reduced Braking Capacity Can Lead To Increased Stopping Distances And/Or Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Start Of Manufacture
20100301
End Of Manufacture
20120505
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
14
Date Owners Notified
20120806
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Date Report Received
20120622
Make Campaign Number
IK00-1718