Recall 14V454 affects 9 2013-2014 Greenfield D3 Boom Dolly, C3 Boom Dolly, and B2 Boom Dolly units for failing suspension pivot bolts. Repair is free.
Greenfield is recalling 9 2013-2014 D3 Boom Dolly, C3 Boom Dolly, and B2 Boom Dolly units because SAF-Holland suspension pivot bolts can fail. If the bolts fail, the suspension and attached axle can separate from the boom dolly and raise crash risk; the Greenfield dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The suspension pivot bolt on a Greenfield boom dolly is the fastener that holds a key suspension pivot point together. On 2013-2014 D3 Boom Dolly, C3 Boom Dolly, and B2 Boom Dolly units, that pivot lets the suspension move while keeping the axle and suspension hardware located under load.
Recall 14V454 covers boom dollies equipped with SAF-Holland suspension pivot bolts that are subject to failure. The filing identifies the pivot bolts as the failing part and does not give a separate root cause. If a pivot bolt fails, the suspension connection no longer stays secured the way it was designed to, and the dolly suspension loses proper support at that joint.
There is no warning sign before failure. A visible loose or damaged suspension part deserves dealer attention, but the recall record does not list a specific sound, light, or handling change that appears first.
Who's affected?
Spans the D3, C3, and B2 Boom Dolly models across the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to the same suspension component.
| 2013 Greenfield D3 Boom Dolly | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2014 Greenfield C3 Boom Dolly | suspension component |
| 2014 Greenfield B2 Boom Dolly | suspension component |
| Units affected | 9 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the pivot bolts fail, the suspension and attached axle can separate from the boom dolly, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and limit use until the bolts are replaced. Repair will be free at any franchised Greenfield dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Greenfield D3 Boom Dolly, C3 Boom Dolly, or B2 Boom Dolly is included in this recall.
- Check for Greenfield's owner letter; notices were mailed on November 21, 2014.
- Contact Greenfield at 1-708-331-3115 to ask about the free pivot-bolt replacement that fixes the failure-prone suspension bolts.
- Reference recall number 14V454 when you call or schedule service.
- Avoid using the boom dolly until Greenfield confirms the pivot-bolt repair path for your VIN.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Greenfield technician replaces the suspension pivot bolts on the affected boom dolly. Greenfield's filing says owners were notified and that the pivot bolt replacement is covered at no charge. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this record, schedule through Greenfield or the dealer only after they confirm the recall work is open for your VIN or unit. Parts and labor are covered once the repair is available.
Timeline
| July 23, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 21, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V454?
Recall 14V454 covers 9 Greenfield 2013 D3 Boom Dolly, 2014 C3 Boom Dolly, and 2014 B2 Boom Dolly units with suspension pivot bolts that can fail. If the bolts fail, the suspension and attached axle can separate, increasing crash risk. Greenfield replaces the pivot bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Greenfield D3 Boom Dolly, C3 Boom Dolly, or B2 Boom Dolly is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific boom dolly is included in recall 14V454. If it is, contact Greenfield at 1-708-331-3115 and ask for the free suspension pivot bolt replacement. Reference recall 14V454 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Greenfield's remedy says it will replace the suspension pivot bolts free of charge. The repair covers the defect tied to recall 14V454.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is axle separation. If the suspension pivot bolts fail, the suspension and attached axle can separate from the boom dolly, increasing crash risk. Confirm the VIN first, then arrange the free pivot bolt replacement with Greenfield.
When did the Greenfield recall repair begin?
Greenfield began recall 14V454 on November 21, 2014. Because that date has passed, owners with an included VIN should contact Greenfield at 1-708-331-3115 and ask for the free suspension pivot bolt replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V454000 |
|---|---|
| Greenfield customer service | 1-708-331-3115 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V454 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V454000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →