Recall 16V427 affects 11 2014-2016 Vermeer TG5000 vehicles for incorrect parking-brake pushrod length. Repair is free at any franchised Vermeer dealer.
Vermeer is recalling 11 2014-2016 TG5000 vehicles because the assembly manual specified the wrong slack adjuster pushrod length, which can make the pushrod threads fail and unintentionally engage the trailer parking brakes. That brake engagement increases the risk of a crash, and Vermeer dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2014-2016 Vermeer TG5000 uses an air-operated parking brake. In that system, a pushrod connects the brake chamber to the slack adjuster, the lever that transfers air-brake movement into the brake hardware. The pushrod length matters because the threaded end has to sit far enough inside the clevis to hold the connection under brake loads.
On affected TG5000 vehicles, the assembly instructions listed the slack adjuster pushrod length as 7.25 inches instead of the correct 6.88 inches. That wrong setting leaves the pushrod threads with less engagement than designed. Under use, the threads can fail, and the trailer parking brakes can engage when the operator did not apply them.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be the parking brakes engaging unintentionally, so the dealer repair resets the air brake pushrod length to 6.88 inches.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2014, 2015, and 2016 TG5000 model years with the same air parking brake component.
| 2015 Vermeer TG5000 | Air |
|---|---|
| 2016 Vermeer TG5000 | Air |
| 2014 Vermeer TG5000 | Air |
| Units affected | 11 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2014-2016 Vermeer TG5000 vehicle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected trailer-brake engagement can slow the trailer without the driver's command and increase the risk of a crash. If the trailer brakes act on their own, stop in a safe place and contact the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Vermeer dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Vermeer TG5000 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Vermeer dealer to schedule the free air-brake pushrod adjustment that corrects the slack adjuster length and helps keep the trailer parking brakes from engaging unintentionally.
- Bring the recall notice if Vermeer mailed one. If you do not have it, reference recall number 16V427 and Vermeer recall IK3334 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance and stop if the trailer parking brakes engage unexpectedly.
- Call Vermeer customer service at 1-641-628-3141 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Vermeer technician resets the air brake pushrod length to the correct dimension and confirms the slack adjuster pushrod is set to the recall specification. The repair is available now, and Vermeer covers the parts and labor under campaign 16V427. This corrects the assembly setup that used the wrong pushrod length, which left the pushrod threads at risk of failure and unintended parking brake engagement.
Timeline
| June 13, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 22, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| July 22, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 4, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 4, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V427?
Recall 16V427 covers 11 2014-2016 Vermeer TG5000 vehicles with an incorrect slack adjuster pushrod length in the air brake assembly. The pushrod threads can fail and cause the trailer parking brakes to engage without driver input. Vermeer dealers will reset the pushrod length for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Vermeer TG5000 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V427. If it is, contact a franchised Vermeer dealer to schedule the air brake pushrod adjustment. Reference recall number 16V427 and Vermeer's recall number IK3334 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Vermeer will reset the air brake pushrod length to the correct dimension free of charge at a franchised Vermeer dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended trailer parking brake engagement. If the parking brakes engage while the vehicle is moving, crash risk increases. Until your VIN is checked and any open repair is completed, use the recall number when speaking with the dealer service desk.
What if I bought my Vermeer TG5000 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received the 2016 owner notice, check your VIN and contact a franchised Vermeer dealer or Vermeer customer service at 1-641-628-3141.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V427000 |
|---|---|
| Vermeer customer service | 1-641-628-3141 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V427 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V427000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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