Recall 14V646 affects 5 2014 Vermeer TR620 trailers for pintle hitch mounting bolts that can loosen. Repair is free at any franchised Vermeer dealer.
Vermeer is recalling 5 2014 TR620 Trommel trailers because the tapped pintle hitch mount plate was made with incorrect material. The pintle hitch mounting bolts can loosen, which lets the trailer separate from the tow vehicle and raises crash risk; the Vermeer dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The tapped pintle hitch mount plate on the 2014 Vermeer TR620 is the structure that holds the pintle hitch connection to the trailer. A pintle hitch is the heavy towing coupler used to connect this trailer to the tow vehicle. The tapped plate has threaded holes that let the hitch fasteners clamp into the trailer structure.
On affected TR620 trailers, Vermeer says the mount plate was built with incorrect material. That matters because this plate has to carry towing forces through the hitch connection. If the material does not match the intended specification, the threaded plate can lack the strength expected at that attachment point.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on noise, vibration, or visible movement to tell you the hitch mount plate has a problem before the connection is under load.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Vermeer TR620 | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
The incorrect material can let the pintle hitch mounting bolts loosen. If the bolts loosen, the towed trailer can separate from the tow vehicle, increasing crash risk. Until your VIN is checked and the repair path is confirmed, avoid towing with the affected unit. Repair will be free at any franchised Vermeer dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Vermeer TR620 is included in this recall.
- Use Vermeer's owner notice mailed December 18, 2014, if you have it, before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised Vermeer dealer about the free field kit that corrects the pintle hitch mounting so the trailer stays secured to the tow vehicle.
- Reference recall number 14V646 and Vermeer recall IK003100 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the pintle hitch mounting repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Vermeer identified the dealer repair as a field kit that corrects the pintle hitch mounting on the TR620 trailer. A Vermeer technician installs the kit so the mount plate and hitch hardware are corrected under the recall. The final dealer repair will be free once available for your trailer. Vermeer began owner notification on December 18, 2014, but confirm scheduling with a Vermeer dealer before bringing the trailer in.
Timeline
| October 14, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 18, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V646?
Recall 14V646 covers 5 2014 Vermeer TR620 Trommel trailers with an incorrect tapped pintle hitch mount plate material. The defect can loosen the pintle hitch mounting bolts and separate the trailer from the tow vehicle. Vermeer dealers install a field kit for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Vermeer TR620 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 14V646. If it is, contact a Vermeer dealer and ask for the pintle hitch mounting field kit. Reference Vermeer recall number IK003100 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Vermeer dealers will install the field kit to correct the pintle hitch mounting free of charge. Vermeer customer service is listed at 1-800-829-0051 for this recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer separation while towing. The incorrect mount plate material can let the pintle hitch mounting bolts loosen, which can separate the TR620 trailer from the tow vehicle and increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V646000 |
|---|---|
| Vermeer customer service | 1-800-829-0051 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V646 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V646000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (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)
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