The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14V410000·Announced 2014-07-08

Vermeer Recalls R400T, R600HC, and R9X12T Trailers Due to Axle Separation Risk

Vermeer is recalling specific R400T, R600HC, and R9X12T trailers because suspension pivot bolts could loosen, causing axle separation and increasing crash risk.

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 (suspension pivot bolts loosening) that could lead to axle separation and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 R9X12T, R400T, and R600HC drilling fluid reclaimer trailers. The recall covers R9X12T trailers manufactured between November 28, 2012, and March 21, 2014; R400T trailers manufactured between August 27, 2013, and June 16, 2014; and R600HC trailers manufactured between October 28, 2013, and April 25, 2014.

In the affected trailers, the suspension pivot bolts could loosen, which may cause the axle to separate from the reclaimer. If the axle separates, there is an increased risk of a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VERMEER R400T, R600HC, R9X12T
Brand
VERMEER
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Category
Vehicle — Agricultural Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
58

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 (3)

  • R400T
  • R600HC
  • R9X12T

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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