Service brakes, airRecall 13V-258 · 2012–2013 Vermeer R9X12t
Vermeer Manufacturing Company recall 13V-258 covers 14 2012–2013 Vermeer R9X12t for a service brakes, air problem, reported to NHTSA on June 21, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V258000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 R9X12T trailers manufactured May 25, 2012, through May 3, 2013. The air-brake booster valve was installed incorrectly, allowing the brake application time to exceed the permissable amount. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The risk
The extra brake application time may result in extended stopping distances, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will re-plumb the air brake booster valve, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2013. Owners may contact Vermeer at 1-641-628-3141. Vermeer's recall number is IK00-1843.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 25, 2012 to May 3, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.