Vermeer 2002–2005 Trailer Hitches recall
Recalled February 8, 2005 · NHTSA recall 05V047000 · Vermeer
Hazard
TONGUE FAILURE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN SEPARATION FROM THE TOWED VEHICLE WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TONGUE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS BEGAN MARCH 7, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VERMEER AT 641-628-3141.
Units
57 units
Description
ON CERTAIN SINGLE AXLE BRUSH CHIPPER TRAILERS, FATIGUE AND CRACKS CAN OCCUR IN THE TONGUE WELDMENT.
What to do
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TONGUE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS BEGAN MARCH 7, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VERMEER AT 641-628-3141.
Product
Vermeer BC1400
Manufacturer(s)
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →