Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V375000 Reported August 2, 2012

Axle mounting bolt

Q: What is recall 12V375000?

NHTSA recall 12V375000 was issued by Vermeer Manufacturing Company on August 2, 2012. It addresses: Axle mounting bolt. The recall affects approximately 3,450 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Vermeer Manufacturing Company · N/A · 3,450 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

12V375000

Manufacturer Campaign

IK00-1731

Manufacturer

Vermeer Manufacturing Company

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

3,450

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 2, 2012

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Vermeer Manufacturing Company dealer and reference recall ID 12V375000 or campaign IK00-1731.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 12V375000

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

What is recall 12V375000?

NHTSA recall 12V375000 was issued by Vermeer Manufacturing Company on August 2, 2012. It addresses: Axle mounting bolt. The recall affects approximately 3,450 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Vermeer Manufacturing Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V375000 or the manufacturer campaign number IK00-1731. 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.