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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V258000

2013 Vermeer R9x12t | 2012 Vermeer R9x12t — Service brakes, air

Published June 25, 2013 · Recall initiated: June 21, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V258000, published June 25, 2013 and initiated June 21, 2013. Recalling firm: Vermeer Manufacturing Company; 2013 Vermeer R9x12t | 2012 Vermeer R9x12t — Service brakes, air.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
VERMEER
Model
R9X12T
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Lot
2013 VERMEER R9X12T | 2012 VERMEER R9X12T
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Vermeer R9x12t | 2012 Vermeer R9x12t — Service brakes, air recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V258000 on June 25, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VERMEER. Model: R9X12T.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)