Recall 12V463 affects 3 2012-2013 Vermeer HG6000TX horizontal grinder trailers for kingpin wear. Repair is free at any franchised Vermeer dealer.
Vermeer is recalling 3 2012-2013 HG6000TX horizontal grinder trailers with the dolly transport option because the kingpin was machined incorrectly. Excessive wear can cause kingpin failure, letting the trailer separate from the towing vehicle and strike another vehicle, object, or bystander; the Vermeer dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The kingpin on the 2012-2013 Vermeer HG6000TX with the dolly transport option is the heavy coupling pin used when the tracked grinder is converted into a trailer. It locks into the towing connection and carries the load at the pivot point, so the grinder can be moved as a trailer instead of operating on its tracks.
In recall 12V463, the problem is incorrect machining of that kingpin. Because the pin was not machined correctly, the contact surfaces do not wear as designed during transport. That excessive wear can weaken the connection between the dolly transport assembly and the towing equipment.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall record does not list a noise, light, handling change, or visible symptom that owners can use to confirm the defect on their own.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2012 and 2013 HG6000TX model years, with the same body or structural component listed for both.
| 2012 Vermeer HG6000TX | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2013 Vermeer HG6000TX | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 3 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A worn kingpin can fail and let the trailer separate from the towing vehicle. That separation can put another vehicle, a fixed object, or a bystander in the trailer's path, causing property damage or personal injury. Check whether your VIN is included and schedule the recall repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Vermeer dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Vermeer HG6000TX is included in this recall.
- Call Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 to confirm the repair path for recall number 12V463.
- Ask a franchised Vermeer dealer about the free kingpin replacement that fixes excessive wear in the trailer-conversion assembly.
- Avoid towing the grinder trailer until Vermeer confirms whether your unit needs the kingpin repair.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it when the unit goes in for service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Vermeer technician replaces the kingpin used with the dolly transport assembly that converts the tracked HG6000TX grinder into a trailer. That is the part called out in recall 12V463 for excessive wear after incorrect machining. The dealer repair will be free once Vermeer confirms the campaign service for your unit. If the grinder still has not received this recall repair, contact a Vermeer dealer or Vermeer customer support and ask them to confirm the open campaign by VIN or serial number before arranging service.
Timeline
| September 20, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 19, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V463?
Recall 12V463 covers 3 2012-2013 Vermeer HG6000TX horizontal grinder trailers with the dolly transport option. Incorrect machining can cause excessive kingpin wear, leading to kingpin failure and trailer separation. Vermeer dealers will replace the kingpin for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Vermeer HG6000TX is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific grinder trailer is included in recall 12V463. If it is, contact a franchised Vermeer dealer to schedule the free kingpin replacement. Reference recall 12V463 when you call, or contact Vermeer at 1-800-829-0051.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Vermeer will replace the affected kingpin free of charge at a franchised Vermeer dealer. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer separation. If the worn kingpin fails while towing, the HG6000TX trailer can separate from the towing vehicle and strike another vehicle, a stationary object, or a bystander, causing property damage or personal injury.
When did the Vermeer HG6000TX recall repair start?
The safety recall began on November 19, 2012. If your VIN is included and the repair was never completed, contact a franchised Vermeer dealer and ask for the kingpin replacement under recall 12V463.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V463000 |
|---|---|
| Vermeer customer service | 1-800-829-0051 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V463 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V463000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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