VERMEER TG5000 2016: TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V425000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VERMEER | TG5000 | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-08-04 | 2016-06-10 | 2016-06-10 |
Production Dates: 2013-11-23 - 2016-05-23
Manufacturers Involved: Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Component: TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 11
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Vermeer Manufacturing Company "Vermeer" is recalling certain 2014-2016 TG5000 Tub Grinder trailers manufactured November 23, 2013, to May 23, 2016. The spherical washers used during the assembly of the kingpin may have been installed incorrectly, possibly causing the attaching bolts to fail and therefore the kingpin to detach.
If the kingpin does not remain properly connected to the trailer, the trailer may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the installation of the spherical washers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2016. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-641-628-3141.
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.
