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SevereNHTSA·12V291000·Announced 2012-06-22

Vermeer R9X12T Trailer Recalled for Brake Clearance Defect

Vermeer is recalling 2010-2012 R9X12T trailers because inadequate clearance between the slack adjuster arm and frame can bend the arm, reducing braking capacity.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame/axle clearance) that leads to loss of braking capacity, which the source text explicitly links to the risk of a crash. This meets the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Vermeer R9X12T trailers. The recall addresses an inadequate clearance between the slack adjuster arm and the trailer frame. This defect allows the axle to contact the arm, potentially bending it over time.

A bent slack adjuster arm can cause one or more brakes to lose braking capacity. Reduced braking capacity can lead to increased stopping distances and/or a crash.

Vermeer will notify owners and replace the axle free of charge. The safety recall began on August 6, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 1-641-628-3141 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VERMEER R9X12T
Brand
VERMEER
Manufacturer
VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
14

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • R9X12T

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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