IK4078 – Undercarriage Frame May Crack – 2015-2021 Vermeer AX19 Brush Chipper Trailers

SEOCONTENT-START

Product Safety Department
Vermeer Corporation
1210 Vermeer Rd East
Pella, Iowa 50219 USA
productsafety@vermeer.com
June 17, 2021
Dear «MODEL» owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the U.S. National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
What is the issue?
Vermeer Corporation has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 2015 – 2021 Vermeer AX19 brush chipper trailers.
TRAILER FRAME FAILURE MAY OCCUR
Crack(s) can develop in the trailer main frame during brush chipping which can result in severe damage to the brush chipper frame. The maintenance manual requires the machine owner/operator perform a 100-hour machine frame inspection. If crack(s) develop and are not identified during this maintenance frame inspection, the frame can bend and/or distort resulting in loss of stability while towing.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY POSSIBLE
If the brush chipper’s trailer main frame is cracked or fails before or during towing of the brush chipper on public roadways, this may increase the risk of a crash due to the loss of control of the brush chipper and towing vehicle. Death or serious injury is possible. Property or equipment damage may also occur.
What you should do.
Vermeer Corporation’s evaluation indicates cracks may begin to form in the trailer main frame when the machine has greater than 1,000 engine hours. A Vermeer team is working diligently on identifying a final field remedy kit. Our goal is to release the final field remedy kit by October 2021. You will receive another letter from Vermeer Corporation when the final remedy kit is available.
Before the final field remedy kit is released, this product safety recall interim notice requires you to:
1. Complete the enclosed Engine Hours Report and return it to safetyform@vermeer.com. When you return the completed Engine Hours Report, Vermeer product safety department will mail you a Vermeer $50.00 USD Parts Certificate, to be redeemed at your local Vermeer dealer.
2. For machines with greater than 1,000 engine hours, you must contact your Vermeer dealer to arrange a mutually agreeable time for the Vermeer dealer to perform a machine inspection. Depending on the dealer’s inspection results, the following may occur:
a. No visible cracks found.
i. Inspection estimated to take 1 hour.
ii. Refer to photos on page 3 of this letter.
iii. Perform inspection of frame location identified in photos every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first, until Vermeer Corporation notifies you by letter that the final field remedy kit is available for your Vermeer dealer to install.
NHTSA SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 21V-270
IMPORTANT
SAFETY RECALL
Interim Notice
Trailer Frame Crack Inspection and Temporary Frame Repair Kit (IK00-4078)
This notice applies to your vehicle,
Serial No: «VIN»
«Model»
Model:
b. Cracks less than 1 in (2.54 cm) found. Your Vermeer dealer will perform a temporary repair consisting of drilling holes in the cracks to reduce material stresses. This temporary repair is estimated at 1 labor hour.
c. Cracks greater than or equal to 1 in (2.54 cm) found with NO frame deformation/distortion. Your Vermeer dealer will perform a temporary repair consisting of gouging and welding backer plates to the frame to add reinforcement. This temporary repair is estimated at 4 labor hours per frame side. If cracks are found on both the left and right sides, the repair may take up to 8 labor hours.
d. Cracks greater than or equal to 1 in (2.54 cm) found with frame deformation/distortion. Your Vermeer dealer will notify you that arrangements will be made to replace the current frame with a new replacement frame; however, the replacement frame will require the final remedy kit when it is available. This temporary frame replacement repair is estimated at 55 labor hours. Until the machine’s frame has been replaced, the machine may not be towed on public roadways.
3. For machines with less than 1,000 engine hours, you must perform inspection of the frame location identified in photos on page 3 of this letter every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first, until Vermeer Corporation notifies you by letter that the final field remedy kit is available for your Vermeer dealer to install. If your machine reaches 1,000 engine hours before final field remedy kit is available, please contact the Vermeer dealer to perform a main frame inspection.
There will be no cost to you for labor or materials of any of the above-described inspections or temporary repairs. If the Vermeer dealer travels to the brush chipper to inspect the machine or perform the temporary repair, costs may be incurred by the owner. You must have your brush chipper inspected and, as applicable, the temporary repairs installed.
If you no longer own this unit, please notify the product safety department at:
Toll-free: 800-829-0051, option 1
Telephone: 641-621-7060
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com
If possible, please provide the name and address of the new owner.
We regret any inconvenience these corrective measures may cause you. The required work is for the safety of the towing vehicle occupants and other drivers and passengers on public roadways.
Regards,
PRODUCT SAFETY DEPARTMENT
Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten (10) days.
If the authorized dealer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect without charge and within a reasonable time, contact Vermeer product safety by email at productsafety@vermeer.com or by calling 800-829-0051 or 641-621-7060. You may also submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, D.C. 20590; or call the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov.
Contact your local Vermeer dealer: «Service_Dealer_Name»
«Serv_Dealer_Add1» «Serv_Dealer_Add2»
«Serv_Dealer_City» «Serv_Dealer_St» «Serv_Dealer_Zip»
«SERV_DEALER_COUNTRY»
Telephone: «Serv_Dealer_Phone»
IK00-4078: AX19 FRAME INSPECTION AND TEMPORARY REPAIRS
FRAME LOCATION AND CRACK EXAMPLES
To machine owners with less than 1,000 hours: Inspect frame for cracks every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first. Contact your Vermeer dealer with questions or when you reach 1,000 hours for dealer to perform machine inspection. Vermeer Corporation will notify you by letter when the final field remedy kit is available.
Photo 1
Potential crack location – left side
Photo 2
Potential crack location – right side
Photo 3
Potential crack location –left side (near V-cut out in frame) Engineering analysis indicates the left side may be more susceptible to crack(s) forming.
Photo 4
Potential crack location – right side
Photo 5
Crack example: frame horizontal top
Photo 6
Crack example: frame vertical center
NHTSA SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 21V-270
MACHINE OWNER ENGINE HOURS REPORT
1.
RECORD ENGINE HOURS:
Insert engine hours in space above
2. Complete machine owner information below.
3. Email completed form to: s afetyform@vermeer.com.
4. If engine hours are greater than 1,000 hours, contact Vermeer dealer. The Vermeer dealer contact information is contained in the letter mailed with this report.
5. If engine hours are less than 1,000 hours, perform inspection of frame every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first, as shown in photos on page 3 of the letter.
Contact name:
«MERGE»
Contact email:
Company:
«MERGE»
Address:
«MERGE»
City, state/province, postal code, country:
«MERGE»
Completed by:
X
Print name:
Date
Update any of the above machine owner information as needed.
Questions about the product safety recall? Please contact your local Vermeer dealer.
Questions about returning this Engine Hours Report? Contact product safety department, Vermeer Corporation
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com ∙ Toll-free: 800-829-0051, option 1 ∙ Telephone: 641-621-7060
Thank you for your cooperation in returning this report to Vermeer Corporation.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY RECALL
Interim Notice
Trailer Frame Crack Inspection and Temporary Repair (IK00-4078)
This notice applies to your vehicle,
Serial No: «VIN»
«Model»
Model:

*****************************************************************************************************************

Vermeer and the Vermeer logo are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company in the U.S. and/or other
countries. © 222 Vermeer Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Page 1 of 8
Vermeer Corporation
Environmental
Pella, Iowa 50219 USA
FIELD CAMPAIGN
SERVICE BULLETIN #:
SVC2022-075
DATE: 22 March 2022
CAMPAIGN
TYPE:
Mandatory – Product Safety
DEALER INSTALLATION ONLY
CAMPAIGN
CATEGORY: Kit and Bulletin
MACHINE/
ATTACHMENT
MODEL(S):
SERIAL NUMBERS:
Included Excluded Kit version
AX19
101 – 136 None IK01
137 – 219 206 IK02
1001 – 1068 1020, 1026, 1044 – 1068 IK03
228, 231, 249 None IK04
1044 – 1066 1045, 1048 – 1052, 1054 – 1059,
1063, 1065 IK05
220 – 342 228, 231, 249 IK06
Subject:
Trailer Frame
Reinforcement Kit
(IK00-4078)
Background: Vermeer Corporation has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety
exists in certain model year 2015 – 2021 Vermeer AX19 brush chipper trailers.
On June 17, 2021, Vermeer Corporation sent an interim notice regarding the above
product safety recall. The final remedy kit is now available.
PRODUCT
SAFETY
RECALL
FIRST NOTICE
SVC2022-075 22 March 2022 Page 2 of 8
TRAILER FRAME FAILURE MAY OCCUR
A crack(s) can develop in the trailer main frame during brush chipping which can
result in severe damage to the brush chipper. If a crack(s) develops and is not
identified during the maintenance interval inspections, the frame can bend and/or
distort resulting in loss of stability while towing.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY POSSIBLE
When towing the brush chipper on public roadways, death or serious injury may
result due to the loss of control of the brush chipper and towing vehicle. A frame
failure may increase the risk of a crash. Property or equipment damage may also
occur.
Solution: IMMEDIATE MACHINE MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED
IK00-4078 has been created to provide the necessary parts and instructions to add
the plate gusset. This kit must be installed as soon as possible.
Please be reminded that it is a violation of federal law for you to sell or lease the
machines covered by this notification until this recall has been performed on these
machines. Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law.
DEALER PARTICIPATION
REVIEW REPORT, ORDER KITS, CONTACT CUSTOMERS
1. Reports will be emailed during the week of March 22, 2022, to dealerships
shown in our records which have units in their territory affected by this alert.
Please review the report for accuracy, including owner and/or address changes.
If the information contained in the report is not correct, please notify the product
safety department on or before April 4, 2022, at:
Telephone: 641-621-7060
Fax: 641-621-7739
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com
2. Dealerships order kits by entering the order into iParts/EzParts. Each dealership
should determine the quantity of kits to order initially depending upon the number
of units that may be available for immediate upgrade. Do not order more kits
than needed for immediate installation.
Note: Kit installation recommends the use of a spreader bar to prevent damage to
the engine shield. If your dealership does not have a spreader bar or means of
lifting the engine shield without causing damage, contact environmental service to
order part number 163821407: Lifting Device – AX19 Engine POD. Expect a long
lead time to receive this part.
3. Contact your affected customer(s) to schedule a mutually acceptable time to
upgrade their machine(s). Note: Letters will be sent to the customer(s) on or
about April 5, 2022. Also refer to Owner Notification section below.
If you have any questions concerning the installation of IK00-4078, please contact the
environmental service department.
SVC2022-075 22 March 2022 Page 3 of 8
REIMBURSEMENT
Kit installation: Upon completion of each kit installation, a campaign warranty claim
must be submitted to the warranty department for reimbursement of the cost of parts
and labor to install the kit.
Labor hours to install this kit are as follows:
 IK01: 30 hours
 IK02: 30 hours
 IK03: 32 hours
 IK04: 50 hours
 IK05: 2 hours
 IK06: 32 hours
OWNER NOTIFICATION
Sample letter: Included at the end of this bulletin is a sample letter which will be sent
by Vermeer Corporation directly to the owners on or about April 5, 2022, via USPS
certified/registered mail.
 French
All translated owner notices will also include an English owner notification.
This owner notification/letter instructs the owner to contact their local dealership to
arrange for a time to have the kit installed. After receiving IK00-4078 from the Parts
Distribution Center, you must contact your affected customer(s) immediately and
schedule a mutually acceptable time to upgrade their machine(s).
We regret any inconvenience these corrective measures may cause you. This
required work is for safety of the towing vehicle occupants and other drivers and
passengers on the public roadways.
PRODUCT SAFETY DEPARTMENT
Attachment:
IK00-4078 Kit instructions
SVC2022-075 22 March 2022 Page 4 of 8
Completion schedule:
Product Safety Alert: Install immediately
90 days from MM/DD/YYYY
180 days from MM/DD/YYYY
1 year from MM/DD/YYYY
Only units within standard limited
warranty period
N/A
Reimbursement:
Product Safety Alert
Product Compliance
All units listed above with less than __ hours or
warranty start date in the last __ months
Parts Labor paid (Labor code: SB22)
Only units within standard limited warranty
period
No reimbursement
Internal Reference:
TREAD Act Code
(Choose one or
more applicable
codes)
— Not applicable 12 Exterior lighting
02 Suspension 16 Structure
03 Service brake system, hydraulic 17 Latch
04 Service brake system, air 19 Tires
05 Parking brake 20 Wheels
11 Electrical 21 Trailer hitch
SVC2022-075 22 March 2022 Page 5 of 8
Product Safety Department
Vermeer Corporation
1210 Vermeer Rd East
Pella, Iowa 50219 USA
productsafety@vermeer.com
April 5, 2022
VIA USPS CERTIFIED/REGISTERED MAIL
Dear «MODEL» owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the U.S. National Traffic and Motor Vehicle
Safety Act.
Vermeer Corporation has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year
2015 – 2021 Vermeer AX19 brush chipper trailers.
On June 17, 2021, Vermeer Corporation sent an interim notice regarding the above product safety recall. The
final remedy kit is now available.
TRAILER FRAME FAILURE MAY OCCUR
A crack(s) can develop in the trailer main frame during brush chipping which can result in severe damage to
the brush chipper. If a crack(s) develops and is not identified during the maintenance interval inspections, the
frame can bend and/or distort resulting in loss of stability while towing.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY POSSIBLE
When towing the brush chipper on public roadways, death or serious injury may result due to the loss of
control of the brush chipper and towing vehicle. A frame failure may increase the risk of a crash. Property or
equipment damage may also occur.
IMMEDIATE MACHINE MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED
IK00-4078 has been created to provide the necessary parts and instructions to replace the plate gusset. This
kit must be installed as soon as possible.
Please contact your authorized, independent Vermeer dealer immediately to arrange a mutually acceptable
time and location to install IK00-4078 at no cost to you for labor or materials. The installation of this kit is
estimated at 30 hours of labor for IK01 or IK02, 32 hours of labor for IK03, 50 hours of labor for IK04, 2 hours
of labor for IK05 and 32 hours of labor for IK06. If the Vermeer dealer travels to the unit to install the kit, costs
may be incurred by the owner. You must have your machine upgraded for these safety features.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
RECALL
First Notice
Trailer Frame Reinforcement
Kit
(IK00-4078)
Model: «Model»
This notice applies to your vehicle,
Serial No: «VIN»
NHTSA SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 21V-270
SVC2022-075 22 March 2022 Page 6 of 8
Contact your local Vermeer dealer: «Service_Dealer_Name»
«Serv_Dealer_Add1» «Serv_Dealer_Add2»
«Serv_Dealer_City» «Serv_Dealer_St» «Serv_Dealer_Zip»
«SERV_DEALER_COUNTRY»
Telephone: «Serv_Dealer_Phone»
According to our records, you currently own a Vermeer AX19 brush chipper. The model and serial number of
the «MODEL» is shown at the top center of this letter. If you no longer own this unit, please notify the product
safety department at:
Toll Free: 800-829-0051, option 1
Telephone: 641-621-7060
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com
If possible, please provide the name and address of the new owner.
We regret any inconvenience these corrective measures may cause you. This required work is for safety of the
towing vehicle occupants and other drivers and passengers on the public roadways. We hope you agree the
safety benefits surpass the inconvenience.
Regards,
PRODUCT SAFETY DEPARTMENT
Enclosure: Interim owner letter
Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice
to the lessee within ten (10) days.
If the authorized dealer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect without charge and within a reasonable
time, contact Vermeer Product Safety by email at productsafety@vermeer.com or by calling 800-829-0051 or
641-621-7060. You may also submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, D.C. 20590 or call the Vehicle Safety Hotline at
888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov
SVC2022-075 22 March 2022 Page 7 of 8
Product Safety Department
Vermeer Corporation
1210 Vermeer Rd East
Pella, Iowa 50219 USA
productsafety@vermeer.com
April 5, 2022
VIA USPS CERTIFIED/REGISTERED MAIL
Dear «MODEL» owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This is to inform
you that your vehicle may contain a defect that could affect the safety of a person.
Vermeer Corporation has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year
2015 – 2021 Vermeer AX19 brush chipper trailers.
On June 17, 2021, Vermeer Corporation sent an interim notice regarding the above product safety recall. The
final remedy kit is now available.
TRAILER FRAME FAILURE MAY OCCUR
A crack(s) can develop in the trailer main frame during brush chipping which can result in severe damage to
the brush chipper. If a crack(s) develops and is not identified during the maintenance interval inspections, the
frame can bend and/or distort resulting in loss of stability while towing.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY POSSIBLE
When towing the brush chipper on public roadways, death or serious injury may result due to the loss of
control of the brush chipper and towing vehicle. A frame failure may increase the risk of a crash. Property or
equipment damage may also occur.
IMMEDIATE MACHINE MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED
IK00-4078 has been created to provide the necessary parts and instructions to replace the plate gusset. This
kit must be installed as soon as possible.
Please contact your authorized, independent Vermeer dealer immediately to arrange a mutually acceptable
time and location to install IK00-4078 at no cost to you for labor or materials. The installation of this kit is
estimated at 30 hours of labor for IK01 or IK02, 32 hours of labor for IK03, 50 hours of labor for IK04, 2 hours
of labor for IK05 and 32 hours of labor for IK06. If the Vermeer dealer travels to the unit to install the kit, costs
may be incurred by the owner. You must have your machine upgraded for these safety features.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
RECALL
First Notice
Trailer Frame Reinforcement
Kit
(IK00-4078)
Model: «Model»
This notice applies to your vehicle,
Serial No: «VIN»
TRANSPORT CANADA RECAL NUMBER 2021-235
SVC2022-075 22 March 2022 Page 8 of 8
Contact your local Vermeer dealer: «Service_Dealer_Name»
«Serv_Dealer_Add1» «Serv_Dealer_Add2»
«Serv_Dealer_City» «Serv_Dealer_St» «Serv_Dealer_Zip»
«SERV_DEALER_COUNTRY»
Telephone: «Serv_Dealer_Phone»
According to our records, you currently own a Vermeer AX19 brush chipper. The model and serial number of
the «MODEL» is shown at the top center of this letter. If you no longer own this unit, please notify the product
safety department at:
Toll Free: 800-829-0051, option 1
Telephone: 641-621-7060
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com
If possible, please provide the name and address of the new owner.
We regret any inconvenience these corrective measures may cause you. This required work is for safety of the
towing vehicle occupants and other drivers and passengers on the public roadways. We hope you agree the
safety benefits surpass the inconvenience.
Regards,
PRODUCT SAFETY DEPARTMENT
Enclosure: Interim owner letter
The owner shall send to the lessee a copy of the notice and any subsequent notice within 10 working days
after the day on which the notice is received.

*****************************************************************************************************************

Vermeer and the Vermeer logo are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company
in the U.S. and/or other countries. © 2022 Vermeer Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Page 1 of 20
Vermeer Corporation
Environmental
Pella, Iowa 50219 USA
Purpose: Vermeer Corporation has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists
in certain model year 2015 – 2021 Vermeer AX19 brush chipper trailers.
On June 17, 2021, Vermeer Corporation sent an interim notice regarding the above product
safety recall. The final remedy kit is now available.
Trailer frame failure may occur. A crack(s) can develop in the trailer frame during brush
chipping which can result in severe damage to the brush chipper. If a crack(s) develops and is
not identified during the maintenance interval inspections, the frame can bend and/or distort
resulting in loss of stability while towing.
Death or serious injury possible. When towing the brush chipper on public roadways, death
or serious injury may result due to the loss of control of the brush chipper and towing vehicle.
A frame failure may increase the risk of a crash. Property or equipment damage may also
occur.
Immediate machine modifications required. IK00-4084 has been created to provide the
necessary parts and instructions to replace the plate gusset. This kit must be installed as
FIELD CAMPAIGN KIT #: IK00-4084 DATE: 22 March 2022
For Dealer Reference: Service Bulletin #: SVC2022-075
Trailer Frame Reinforcement Kit
CAMPAIGN
TYPE:
Mandatory – Product Safety
DEALER INSTALLATION ONLY
CAMPAIGN
CATEGORY: Kit and Bulletin
MACHINE/
ATTACHMEN
TMODEL(S):
SERIAL NUMBERS:
Included Excluded Kit version
AX19
101 – 136 None IK01
137 – 219 206 IK02
1001 – 1068 1020, 1026, 1044 – 1068 IK03
228, 231, 249 None IK04
1044 – 1066 1045, 1048 – 1052, 1054 – 1059, 1063, 1065 IK05
220 – 342 228, 231, 249 IK06
PRODUCT
SAFETY RECALL
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 2 of 20
soon as possible.
Special tools and conditions:
• Welder
• Spreader bar (see procedure 1, step 11)
• Suitable containers to drain hydraulic fluid and fuel
Shutdown procedure
WARNING: Failure to use shutdown procedure can result in unexpected
hazard(s). Death or serious injury could result due to entanglement, crushing,
cutting or other hazardous contact. Follow shutdown procedure after
operating, before performing any service or maintenance and before
transporting.
1. Move feed control bar to neutral position.
2. Reduce engine speed to low rpm.
NOTICE: Whenever practical and safe, allow engine
to idle for one to five minutes before shutting down
after operating at full power. Please consult machine’s
engine manual for details.
3. Wait for cutter drum to slow.
4. Place cutter drum (clutch) lever in the disengaged
position.
5. Shut off remote control if in use.
6. Shut off engine and remove key.
7. Wait for cutter drum and belt to stop.
NOTICE: The cutter drum will continue to turn for a
short time after disengagement. Check that cutter
drum rotation has stopped by viewing drive sheave
through screen (A) on drive belt shield.
1. 2.
3. 4.
A
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 3 of 20
Welding precautions
Welding alert – electronic components
NOTICE: Welding will damage electronic
components. Using battery disconnect switch to
disconnect battery ground will not prevent damage.
To prevent damage to electronic modules and
controllers, unplug them before welding. Observe the
following precautions:
• Do not clamp welding ground to any electrical
component.
• Clamp welding ground on the part being welded
or as close to it as possible. Do not allow weld
current to pass through bearings or other moving
components.
• Thoroughly clean the welding location and
remove paint.
• Protect wiring and wiring harness from weld
spatter.
• Use proper welding procedures.
Do the following to prevent extensive and costly
damage to the electrical components:
1. Disconnect battery terminals (A). Refer to
Battery – replace in the machine maintenance
manual.
2. Open engine door and unplug harness
connectors at ACS controller unit (B).
3. Unplug harness connectors at engine
controller (C).
4. Unplug harness connector from DEF module (D).
5. Locate and unplug harness connector to DEF
tank sensor on top of DEF tank (E).
6. Disconnect telematics control unit (F).
E
C
D
B
A
F
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 4 of 20
Vermeer Corporation weld repair instructions
Scope:
These welding instructions are intended for repair of a partially cracked AX19 frame.
Work area preparation and safety:
The company performing the welding is responsible for supplying the appropriate protective equipment,
complying with the appropriate safety regulations (e.g., ANSI Z49.1) and taking appropriate measures to protect
their personnel in the welding environment. Further, they are responsible for protecting sensitive equipment and
components from the hazards of welding (e.g., shielding electronics, paint, plastics, etc, from the heat, light and
sparks of arc welding). Follow the battery and/or controller disconnection specifications in the machine service
manual. Disassemble the machine as much as necessary to provide adequate access to the repair areas.
Certifications:
All welding shall be performed by a welder qualified in the position and process used in AWS D14.3/D14.3M,
Specification for Welding, Earthmoving, Construction, and Agriculture Equipment or one of the following: AWS
B2.1, AWS D1.1, ASME section IX, ISO 9606-1.
Work lead connection (grounding):
Welding or cutting work leads (commonly referred to as grounds or ground clamps) must be attached directly to
the weldment being repaired/modified and as close to the point of welding or cutting as practical. Additionally, it
must be firmly connected to bare metal (paint removal is usually necessary). In no case shall the ground path be
allowed to pass through bearings, electronics, bolted connections or other sensitive components or
connections.
Repair instructions:
1. Inspect for cracks: Inspect the existing welds for cracks or other defects. Mark the extent of the cracks or
defects to guide cutting/gouging them out. It is recommended that magnetic-particle or
dye-penetrant testing is used to verify the full extent of the cracks.
2. Drill stop hole: Drill a 0.375 in (10 mm) or larger diameter hole at the end of the crack to ensure that it does
not continue to grow during the repair process. Position the hole in such a way to ensure the entire crack tip
is removed.
3. Removal of cracked welds: Cut out any cracked welds in the designated areas. Carbon arc gouging or
grinding may be used. Be careful not to remove more material than necessary.
4. Reinspect: Reinspect to ensure the entirety of the crack(s) has been removed. Use the same inspection
process selected in step 1 (i.e., visual inspection, magnetic-particle testing and/or dye-penetrant testing). If
any remaining crack is found, repeat steps 1 – 4.
5. Prepare weld joints: Grind (or cut) bevels in each joint to the dimensions in the figure below. Smoothly
blend any notches or gouges in the base material. Clean all weld surfaces with a grinder. Surfaces within 0.5
in (12 mm) of weld locations shall be free from any material that will prevent proper welding. This includes
moisture, loose or thick mill scale, paint, slag, heavy rust, grease, dirt or any other foreign material that will
adversely affect the quality or strength of the weld.
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 5 of 20
Figure A – Joint preparation and welding guide (source AWS D14.3:1010, Figure A.1)
6. Preheat: The base metal within 3 in (76 mm) of the weld joint in all directions must be preheated to above
50°F (10°C) before welding or tacking. During welding, the base metal temperature must be maintained
above 50°F (10°C) but below 500°F (260°C).
7. Attach backing: Pull together or otherwise align parts as needed to match the dimensional requirements in
Figure A. Tack in place backing strips as shown in Figure A. Use 0.25 in (6 mm) mild steel material (e.g.,
1018 or A36). For welding, use one of the weld processes listed below (GMAW, FCAW or SMAW).
8. Weld: Select one (or more) of the weld processes listed below. Fill the groove welds and place fillet welds
around the perimeter of the backing where possible. For FCAW and SMAW welding processes, remove all
slag in between passes/layers. All grooves must be filled flush or slightly convex, as required in the quality
acceptance criteria on page 7. All vertical welds must be made in a vertical up progression (see figure
below).
9. Inspect: Inspect all welds in accordance with the weld quality acceptance criteria list on page 7. Repair any
defective welds and reinspect. If defects (no go) are found, remove and repair them using one of the weld
processes listed in this document.
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 6 of 20
Weld parameters for gas metal arc welding [GMAW/MIIG/MAG]:
Environment: This process shall only be used when welding can be performed in a shop environment and only
for the weld joints which can be positioned in the flat or horizontal positions. For vertical or overhead welding,
FCAW or SMAW is recommended.
Electrode: AWS classification ER70S-3 or ER70S-6 (ER48-S6) (e.g., Lincoln L5 or L56)
Size: 0.145 in (1.2 mm)
Wire feed speed: Minimum 430 IPM (10.9 MPM) – maximum 520 IPM (13.2 MPM) [optimum 450 IPM
(11.4 MPM)]
Voltage: Minimum 26 volts – maximum 30 volts (optimum 27.5 volts)
Amperage: Amperage is a function of wire feed speed, but should read in the range of 340 – 370.
Electrode stickout: 0.5 in – 0.75 in (12 mm – 20 mm)
Shielding gas: 95% argon – 5% oxygen or 90% argon – 10% CO2 at 40 cfh (1.1 cmh)
Position: All welding should be in the flat or horizontal position. Vertical welding shall be uphill. No downhill
welding is permissible.
Weld parameters for flux core arc welding [FCAW]
Environment: Protect the weld area from wind and moisture.
Electrode: AWS classification E71T-1M (E491T-1M) (e.g., Lincoln Ultracore 71A85)
Size: 0.052 in (1.3 mm) or 0.063 in (1.6 mm)
Wire feed speed: Minimum 200 IPM (5.1 MPM) – maximum 500 IPM (12.7 MPM) [optimum 450 IPM
(11.4 MPM)]
Voltage: Minimum 23 volts – maximum 30 volts
Amperage: Amperage is a function of wire feed speed, but should read in the range of 220 – 370.
Electrode stickout: 0.75 in – 1 in (20 mm – 25 mm)
Shielding gas: See electrode manufacturer recommendation [usually 75Ar/25CO2 @ 40 cfh (1.1 cmh)]
Position: Flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions are permissible. Vertical welding shall be uphill. No
downhill welding is permissible.
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 7 of 20
Weld parameters for shielded metal arc welding [SMAW/MMA]:
Environment: Protect the weld area from wind and moisture.
Electrode: AWS classification E7018 (E4918) or equivalent
Size: 0.125 in (3.2 mm) or 0.156 in (1.0 mm)
Polarity: Direct current electrode positive
Amperage: 110 – 135 amps for 0.125 in (3.2 mm) and 125 – 200 amps for 0.156 in (4.0 mm)
Position: Flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions are permissible. Vertical welding shall be uphill. No
downhill welding is permissible.
Electrode condition:
• All electrodes shall conform to AWS specification A5.1 and should be purchased in hermetically-sealed
containers or should be baked by the user in an oven for one hour between 500°F and 800°F (260°C and
430°C) prior to use.
• Immediately after opening the hermetically-sealed container, electrodes should be stored in ovens held at
a temperature of at least 250°F (120°C).
• After hermetically-sealed containers are opened or after electrodes are removed from baking or storage
ovens, the electrode exposure to the atmosphere should not exceed four hours. If electrodes have been
exposed to the atmosphere for more than four hours, they shall be rebaked in an oven for one hour
between 500°F and 800°F (260°C and 430°C).
• Electrodes should be rebaked no more than one time.
• Electrodes that have been wet shall not be used.
Limitations:
These welding instructions are intended for use only as directed by Vermeer Corporation.
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 8 of 20
Weld quality acceptance criteria:
All welding shall be in accordance with the figure below. Any welds that do not conform (no go) must be repaired
to bring them back into compliance (go). It is the responsibility of the company performing the repair to inspect
the welds and ensure they meet these quality requirements.
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 9 of 20
Unless indicated, new parts from kit have callouts with numbers. Callouts with letters indicate existing
parts or general items.
Procedure 1: Installation of gussets (IK01, IK02, IK03 and IK06) and axle fasteners (IK03 and IK05 only)
WARNING: Raised load can shift or fall. Death or serious injury could be
possible if struck or crushed by falling load. Never allow anyone under a
raised load unless load is securely supported to prevent it from shifting or
falling.
WARNING: Pressurized fluid can penetrate body tissue and result in death
or serious injury. Leaks can be invisible. Keep away from any suspected leak.
Relieve pressure in the hydraulic system before searching for leaks,
disconnecting hoses or performing any other work on the system. If you must
pressurize the system to find a suspected leak, use an object such as a piece
of wood or cardboard rather than your hands. When loosening a fitting where
some residual pressure may exist, slowly loosen the fitting until oil begins to
leak. Wait for leaking to stop before disconnecting the fitting. Fluid injected
under the skin must be removed immediately by a surgeon familiar with this
type of injury.
1. Rotate discharge chute so that it won’t be hit while
removing engine bay.
2. Remove belt shield cover to get access to cutter
drum drive belt.
3. Refer to Cutter drum drive belt – replace in
machine maintenance manual for procedure to
release tension on drive belt.
4. Remove sheave (A) from clutch.
5. Disconnect hose (B) from hydraulic tank (C), then
refer to Hydraulic fluid/filter/strainers – change/
replace/clean in machine maintenance manual for
procedure to remove hydraulic tank. B
A
C
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 10 of 20
6. Remove and keep fasteners securing DEF
tank (D) and hydraulic valve (E) to left-side
fender.
7. Attach a suitable lifting device, then remove and
keep screws (F) securing left-side fender to main
frame. Support DEF tank and hydraulic valve in
position when removing fender. Fender weighs
100 lb (50 kg).
8. Remove and keep screws (G) securing step to
main frame.
9. Attach a suitable lifting device, then remove and
keep screws (H) securing right-side fender to
main frame and belt shield. Fender weighs 100 lb
(50 kg).
10.Remove and keep screw (J) mounting tool box to
main frame.
11. Use a suitable lifting device capable of 4,000 lb
(2 000 kg) and attach to existing engine bay lift
points (IK01) or install lift points (5) included with
IK02, IK03 and IK04. Use existing engine bay
screws to attach lift points.
For serial numbers 1001 and up, the rear hood
of the engine bay (K) will need to be removed
to install the lift points.
It is recommended to use a spreader bar to
prevent damage to the engine shield. If your
dealership does not have a spreader bar or
means of lifting the engine shield without causing
damage, contact environmental service to order
part number 163821407 – LIFTING DEVICE –
AX19 ENGINE POD. Expect a long lead time to
receive this part.
12.Disconnect harnesses and hoses from engine and
drain fluids into appropriate containers. Mark
harnesses and hoses for ease of assembly later.
F
F
F
D E
H H G
J
5
5
5
5
K
H H
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 11 of 20
13.Remove and keep fasteners (K) securing
engine bay to main frame then lift and
remove engine bay.
14.Drain fuel tank and disconnect any hydraulic
hoses that would get in the way during fuel tank
removal. Mark hoses for ease of assembly later.
15.Remove fuel tank heat shield (L), then remove
fuel tank. Fuel tank weighs 45 lb (20 kg).
16.Drill 1-in (25-mm) diameter hole in location shown
on right and left side of main frame. Start with
0.25 in (6.4 mm) and work up to 1 in (25 mm).
17.Remove and discard chain links (M) and
weldnut (N) from main frame.
K
K
L
1 in (25 mm) 0.38 in (9.5 mm)
Right side
Left side
M
N
K
K
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 12 of 20
18.Remove paint from areas on main frame where
left-hand gusset plate (1) and right-hand gusset
plate (2) will be welded, then weld each plate per
weld print 163800717 (see next page).
19.Weld new chain link (4) and new weldnut (3) into
place. Refer to step 16.
20.Paint gusset and any areas damaged by welding.
21.For IK03 and IK05: Remove axle mounting
fasteners (screw, washers, spacer, nut) one set at
a time and replace with new screw (7), washers
(9), spacer (6) and nut (8). Repeat for seven
remaining sets. Torque each screw to 196 ft-lb
(266 Nm).
22.Reverse steps 1 – 14 to install fuel tank, engine
bay, fenders and hydraulic tank.
23.Fill fuel tank and hydraulic tank.
24.Operate machine and verify there are no hydraulic
or fuel leaks.
25.Remove Figures 1 – 4 and attach to invoice or
place in manual storage box so unit owner can
place with existing parts manual.
7
2
1
9
6
8
9
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 13 of 20
Vertical welds
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 14 of 20
Procedure 2: Main frame replacement (IK04 only)
Use a lifting device capable of up to 4,000 lb
(2 000 kg) for all assemblies being removed in
this procedure.
1. Drain hydraulic tank and fuel tank. Refer to
machine maintenance and/or service manual.
2. Disconnect battery. Refer to machine
maintenance manual.
3. Disconnect wire harness from rear of machine,
then remove control towers (A). Mark harness
ends for ease of assembly later.
4. Disconnect hose (B) from hydraulic tank (C), then
refer to Hydraulic fluid/filter/strainers – change/
replace/clean in machine maintenance manual for
procedure to remove hydraulic tank.
5. Remove DEF tank (D), feed arm position sensor
(E) and hydraulic manifold (F) from left fender.
Mark all hoses and harnesses for ease of
assembly later.
6. Remove fenders from left side and right side of
machine. Refer to procedure 1, steps 7 – 9.
7. Disconnect hoses from winch motor (G), then
remove winch (H). Mark hoses for ease of
assembly later.
8. Remove rear stabilizers (J).
Disconnect hoses (K) if equipped with hydraulic
stabilizers, then remove stabilizers. Mark hoses
for ease of assembly later.
9. Disconnect hoses from discharge neck/chute then
remove discharge neck/chute. Mark hoses for
ease of assembly later.
B
A
C
A
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 15 of 20
10.Remove infeed table (L). Mark any hoses or
harnesses for ease of assembly later.
11. Remove cover (M) to get access to cutter drum
drive belt.
12.Refer to Cutter drum drive belt – replace in
machine maintenance manual for procedure to
release tension on drive belt.
13.Remove drive belt and sheaves.
14.Disconnect hoses from control valve (N), then
remove valve. Mark hose ends for ease of
assembly later.
15.Remove drum and drum bearings, drum housing
and discharge chute (P).
16.Remove engine bay (Q). Refer to procedure 1,
steps 10 – 12.
17.Remove fuel tank (R). Refer to procedure 1, steps
13 and 14.
P
M
N
L
Q
R
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 16 of 20
18.Remove one axle (S) with wheels from existing
main frame, then install onto new main frame.
Torque each screw to 196 ft-lb (266 Nm).
19.Remove second axle (S) from existing main
frame, then install onto new main frame. Torque
each screw to 196 ft-lb (266 Nm).
20.Remove tongue (T) from existing main frame and
install onto new main frame.
21.Remove jack (U) from front of existing main frame
and install onto new main frame.
Disconnect and mark hydraulic hoses if machine
is equipped with a hydraulic jack.
22.Remove toolbox (V) from existing main frame.
23.Install toolbox onto new main frame with new
door, latch and cover plate mount included in kit.
Refer to Figure 3.
24.Reverse steps 1 – 21 to install remaining
components onto new main frame.
25.Destroy old main frame by cutting through frame
rails where they meet the top plate. Cut old VIN
tag in half.
26.Proof of destruction of old main frame must be
sent to productsafety@vermeer.com.
T
U
S
V
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 17 of 20
Figure 1 parts list
REF.
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION IK01
QTY.
1 163808188 PLATE – GUSSET 1
2 163808189 PLATE – GUSSET 1
3 508482010 NUT–HEXWELD, M10-1.50, DIN929 2
4 109430001 LINK–HARNESS TIEDOWN 2
IK01-4084 Kit includes all items in Figure 1 parts list.
UNIT OWNER COPY Figure 1
Insert into parts manual
for future reference.
2
1
3
4
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 18 of 20
Figure 2 parts list
REF.
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION IK02
QTY.
1 163808186 PLATE – GUSSET 1
2 163808187 PLATE – GUSSET 1
3 508482010 NUT – HEXWELD, M10-1.50, DIN929 2
4 109430001 LINK – HARNESS TIEDOWN 2
5 180026225 FORMED PLATE – LIFT BRACKET 4
IK02-4084 Kit includes all items in Figure 2 parts list.
UNIT OWNER COPY Figure 2
Insert into parts manual
for future reference.
3
4
2
1
5
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 19 of 20
Figure 3 parts list
REF.
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION IK03
QTY.
IK05
QTY.
IK06
QTY.
1 163808186 PLATE – GUSSET 1 – 1
2 163808187 PLATE – GUSSET 1 – 1
3 508482010 NUT – HEXWELD, M10-1.50, DIN929 2 – 2
4 109430001 LINK – HARNESS TIEDOWN 2 – 2
5 180026225 FORMED PLATE – LIFT BRACKET 4 – 4
6 163777942 FRAME PUCK SPACER – AX 8 8 –
7 507614080 SCREW – HFS-M16-2.00X80-10.9 8 8 –
8 507090016 NUT – HEX-M16-2.00-10 8 8 –
9 508486016 WASHER – FLATHARD-M16-17.0X30.0-4.0-D6916 16 16 –
IK03-4084
IK05-4084
IK06-4084
Kits include listed items in Figure 3 parts list.
Figure 3
UNIT OWNER COPY
Insert into parts manual
for future reference.
1
5
2
4
3
6
9
7
8
IK00-4084 22 March 2022 Page 20 of 20
Figure 4 parts list
REF.
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION IK04
QTY.
1 163821149 ASSEMBLY – MAINFRAME 1
2 163800393 PLATE – TOOLBOX DOOR 1
3 296399680 LATCH – T HANDLE LOCKING 1
4 296399664 PLATE – CAM LATCH FOR DOOR LATCH 1
5 700IB851 DECAL – REMOTE STORAGE 1
6 163800499 WELDMENT – INNER COVER AND MOUNT 1
7 507612025 SCREW-HFS-M10-1.50X22-10.9-D6921-FT 4
8 1865007 GROMMET – 2561 BLACK (not shown) 4
9 180026225 FORMED PLATE – LIFT BRACKET 4
IK04-4084 Kit includes all items in Figure 4 parts list.
UNIT OWNER COPY Figure 4
Insert into parts manual
for future reference.
1
9
5
2
3
4
6
7

*****************************************************************************************************************

Product Safety Department
Vermeer Corporation
1210 Vermeer Rd East
Pella, Iowa 50219 USA
productsafety@vermeer.com
June 17, 2021
Dear «MODEL» owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the U.S. National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
What is the issue?
Vermeer Corporation has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 2015 – 2021 Vermeer AX19 brush chipper trailers.
TRAILER FRAME FAILURE MAY OCCUR
Crack(s) can develop in the trailer main frame during brush chipping which can result in severe damage to the brush chipper frame. The maintenance manual requires the machine owner/operator perform a 100-hour machine frame inspection. If crack(s) develop and are not identified during this maintenance frame inspection, the frame can bend and/or distort resulting in loss of stability while towing.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY POSSIBLE
If the brush chipper’s trailer main frame is cracked or fails before or during towing of the brush chipper on public roadways, this may increase the risk of a crash due to the loss of control of the brush chipper and towing vehicle. Death or serious injury is possible. Property or equipment damage may also occur.
What you should do.
Vermeer Corporation’s evaluation indicates cracks may begin to form in the trailer main frame when the machine has greater than 1,000 engine hours. A Vermeer team is working diligently on identifying a final field remedy kit. Our goal is to release the final field remedy kit by October 2021. You will receive another letter from Vermeer Corporation when the final remedy kit is available.
Before the final field remedy kit is released, this product safety recall interim notice requires you to:
1. Complete the enclosed Engine Hours Report and return it to safetyform@vermeer.com. When you return the completed Engine Hours Report, Vermeer product safety department will mail you a Vermeer $50.00 USD Parts Certificate, to be redeemed at your local Vermeer dealer.
2. For machines with greater than 1,000 engine hours, you must contact your Vermeer dealer to arrange a mutually agreeable time for the Vermeer dealer to perform a machine inspection. Depending on the dealer’s inspection results, the following may occur:
a. No visible cracks found.
i. Inspection estimated to take 1 hour.
ii. Refer to photos on page 3 of this letter.
iii. Perform inspection of frame location identified in photos every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first, until Vermeer Corporation notifies you by letter that the final field remedy kit is available for your Vermeer dealer to install.
NHTSA SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 21V-270
IMPORTANT
SAFETY RECALL
Interim Notice
Trailer Frame Crack Inspection and Temporary Frame Repair Kit (IK00-4078)
This notice applies to your vehicle,
Serial No: «VIN»
«Model»
Model:
b. Cracks less than 1 in (2.54 cm) found. Your Vermeer dealer will perform a temporary repair consisting of drilling holes in the cracks to reduce material stresses. This temporary repair is estimated at 1 labor hour.
c. Cracks greater than or equal to 1 in (2.54 cm) found with NO frame deformation/distortion. Your Vermeer dealer will perform a temporary repair consisting of gouging and welding backer plates to the frame to add reinforcement. This temporary repair is estimated at 4 labor hours per frame side. If cracks are found on both the left and right sides, the repair may take up to 8 labor hours.
d. Cracks greater than or equal to 1 in (2.54 cm) found with frame deformation/distortion. Your Vermeer dealer will notify you that arrangements will be made to replace the current frame with a new replacement frame; however, the replacement frame will require the final remedy kit when it is available. This temporary frame replacement repair is estimated at 55 labor hours. Until the machine’s frame has been replaced, the machine may not be towed on public roadways.
3. For machines with less than 1,000 engine hours, you must perform inspection of the frame location identified in photos on page 3 of this letter every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first, until Vermeer Corporation notifies you by letter that the final field remedy kit is available for your Vermeer dealer to install. If your machine reaches 1,000 engine hours before final field remedy kit is available, please contact the Vermeer dealer to perform a main frame inspection.
There will be no cost to you for labor or materials of any of the above-described inspections or temporary repairs. If the Vermeer dealer travels to the brush chipper to inspect the machine or perform the temporary repair, costs may be incurred by the owner. You must have your brush chipper inspected and, as applicable, the temporary repairs installed.
If you no longer own this unit, please notify the product safety department at:
Toll-free: 800-829-0051, option 1
Telephone: 641-621-7060
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com
If possible, please provide the name and address of the new owner.
We regret any inconvenience these corrective measures may cause you. The required work is for the safety of the towing vehicle occupants and other drivers and passengers on public roadways.
Regards,
PRODUCT SAFETY DEPARTMENT
Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten (10) days.
If the authorized dealer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect without charge and within a reasonable time, contact Vermeer product safety by email at productsafety@vermeer.com or by calling 800-829-0051 or 641-621-7060. You may also submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, D.C. 20590; or call the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov.
Contact your local Vermeer dealer: «Service_Dealer_Name»
«Serv_Dealer_Add1» «Serv_Dealer_Add2»
«Serv_Dealer_City» «Serv_Dealer_St» «Serv_Dealer_Zip»
«SERV_DEALER_COUNTRY»
Telephone: «Serv_Dealer_Phone»
IK00-4078: AX19 FRAME INSPECTION AND TEMPORARY REPAIRS
FRAME LOCATION AND CRACK EXAMPLES
To machine owners with less than 1,000 hours: Inspect frame for cracks every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first. Contact your Vermeer dealer with questions or when you reach 1,000 hours for dealer to perform machine inspection. Vermeer Corporation will notify you by letter when the final field remedy kit is available.
Photo 1
Potential crack location – left side
Photo 2
Potential crack location – right side
Photo 3
Potential crack location –left side (near V-cut out in frame) Engineering analysis indicates the left side may be more susceptible to crack(s) forming.
Photo 4
Potential crack location – right side
Photo 5
Crack example: frame horizontal top
Photo 6
Crack example: frame vertical center
NHTSA SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 21V-270
MACHINE OWNER ENGINE HOURS REPORT
1.
RECORD ENGINE HOURS:
Insert engine hours in space above
2. Complete machine owner information below.
3. Email completed form to: s afetyform@vermeer.com.
4. If engine hours are greater than 1,000 hours, contact Vermeer dealer. The Vermeer dealer contact information is contained in the letter mailed with this report.
5. If engine hours are less than 1,000 hours, perform inspection of frame every 50 hours or 200 miles, whichever occurs first, as shown in photos on page 3 of the letter.
Contact name:
«MERGE»
Contact email:
Company:
«MERGE»
Address:
«MERGE»
City, state/province, postal code, country:
«MERGE»
Completed by:
X
Print name:
Date
Update any of the above machine owner information as needed.
Questions about the product safety recall? Please contact your local Vermeer dealer.
Questions about returning this Engine Hours Report? Contact product safety department, Vermeer Corporation
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com ∙ Toll-free: 800-829-0051, option 1 ∙ Telephone: 641-621-7060
Thank you for your cooperation in returning this report to Vermeer Corporation.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY RECALL
Interim Notice
Trailer Frame Crack Inspection and Temporary Repair (IK00-4078)
This notice applies to your vehicle,
Serial No: «VIN»
«Model»
Model:
 

SEOCONTENT-END