Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V139000 Reported April 7, 2005

Spare tire support bracket mount

Vermeer Manufacturing Company · Equipment · 62 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
05V139000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
62
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 7, 2005

Defect Summary

On certain trailers equipped with the spare tire mounting option, the spare tire mount may fail while the trailer is being towed.

Safety Consequence

This could result in the loss of the spare tire from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash or injury to nearby pedestrians.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and repair the unit free of charge. the recall began on may 10, 2005. owners may contact vermeer at 641-628-3141.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Vermeer Manufacturing Company dealer and reference recall ID 05V139000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 05V139000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V139000?

NHTSA recall 05V139000 was issued by Vermeer Manufacturing Company on April 7, 2005. It addresses: Spare tire support bracket mount. The recall affects approximately 62 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Vermeer Manufacturing Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V139000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.