2012 VERMEER BC1500 Recalls (2)

Campaign:
12V260000 on 06/07/2012
Component:
Structure:frame and members
Affected:
1,770
Defect:
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 vermeer bc1500 trailers. during the assembly process, a section of the main frame may have been incorrectly welded. as a result, bending or fatigue fractures can result, leading to frame failure.
Consequence:
Frame failure may increase the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Correction:
Vermeer will notify owners, and will repair the vehicles, free of charge. the safety recall began on july 30, 2012. owners may contact vermeer at 641-628-3141.
Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Campaign:
12V375000 on 08/01/2012
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
12/31/2010 - 07/29/2012
Affected:
3,450
Defect:
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush chipper.
Consequence:
If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Correction:
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. the recall began ion august 21, 2012. owners may contact vermeer at 641-628-3141.
Notes:
Vermeer's recall number is ik00-1731.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

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