Recall 13V245 covers 978 2011-2013 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer vehicles for fender bracket failure. Repair is free at an authorized service facility.
Bridgemaster V is recalling 978 2011-2013 Concrete Mixer vehicles because fenders on Hendrickson trailer axles were not tightened enough and the mounting brackets can crack. Detached fender parts can create a road hazard and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The fender on a 2011-2013 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer shields the area around the trailing axle from road spray and debris. It is held to the axle by mounting hardware and a fender bracket, so the bracket and fasteners have to keep the fender fixed while the mixer moves under load.
On affected mixers, the fender was not tightened enough to the trailing axle. That loose fit puts extra stress into the fender mounting bracket, which can crack and fail. Once the bracket gives way, the fender or the fender tube can detach from the axle instead of staying secured to the truck.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or fleet technician can look for loose fender hardware, movement at the fender bracket, or visible cracking during inspection, but the recall filing does not describe a driver warning before the part separates.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2011, 2012, and 2013 model years, with the same body or structural component listed for each year.
| 2013 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2011 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer | body or structural component |
| 2012 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 978 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Detached fender components can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously and arrange the recall repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Bridgemaster V dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2013 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer is included in this recall.
- Contact a Bridgemaster V service facility to ask about the free fender-bracket and mounting-hardware repair that secures the fender to the trailing axle.
- Reference recall number 13V245 when you call, and mention fender parts detaching from the axle as the repair issue.
- Bring the recall notice if Bridgemaster V mailed one, along with any service paperwork for the mixer.
- Inspect the fender area before driving and stop using the mixer if the fender, fender tube, or bracket is loose.
What happens at the repair
The source repair is a free fender hardware repair. At the service facility, a Bridgemaster V technician replaces the fender brackets and installs new mounting hardware so the fender is secured to the trailing axle. The filing says the recall began on July 5, 2013. Because the current remedy status is not marked available here, confirm scheduling with the service facility before moving the mixer in for repair. Parts and labor are covered once the repair is available for your VIN.
Timeline
| June 12, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 5, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V245?
Recall 13V245 covers 978 2011-2013 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer vehicles with fender brackets that can crack and fail. If fender parts detach from the axle, they can create a road hazard and increase crash risk. Service facilities replace the fender brackets and mounting hardware for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2013 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific mixer is included in recall 13V245. If it is, contact a Bridgemaster V service facility or call 1-888-686-7278 to arrange the fender bracket and mounting hardware replacement. Reference recall number 13V245 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. For recall 13V245, service facilities replace the fender brackets and install new mounting hardware free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 13V245?
The safety risk is a road hazard from detached fender parts. In recall 13V245, an insufficiently tightened fender bracket can crack and fail, allowing the fender or fender tube to separate from the axle and increase crash risk for nearby traffic.
What if I bought this Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2011-2013 Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer is included, then contact a service facility with recall number 13V245.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V245000 |
|---|---|
| Bridgemaster V customer service | 1-888-686-7278 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V245 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V245000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →