Safety Recall NHTSA · 14V646000 Reported October 14, 2014

Pintle hitch may separate from trailer

Vermeer Manufacturing Company · N/A · 5 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
14V646000
Manufacturer Campaign
VFK000500
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
5
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 14, 2014
Completion Rate
80.00

Defect Summary

Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2014 tr620 trommel trailers manufactured june 2, 2014, to september 27, 2014. the affected trailers may have been manufactured with an incorrect material used for the tapped pintle hitch mount plate.

Safety Consequence

The incorrect material may allow the pintle hitch mounting bolts to loosen. this could cause a separation of the towed trailer from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will install a field kit to correct the pintle hitch mounting, free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2014. owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051. vermeer's number for this recall is ik003100.

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 14V646000 or campaign VFK000500.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 14V646000

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

What is recall 14V646000?

NHTSA recall 14V646000 was issued by Vermeer Manufacturing Company on October 14, 2014. It addresses: Pintle hitch may separate from trailer. The recall affects approximately 5 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 14V646000 or the manufacturer campaign number VFK000500. 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.