VERMEER — recall

Automotive · Australia · 2024-10-29

VERMEER VXT30 trailer has VIN plate affixed incorrectly due to assembly error

Country	Australia
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-10-29
Manufacturer	Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Models affected	VXT30
Model year	2023 - 2024
Units affected	85
Defect	Due to assembly error, the VIN plate fitted has been affixed on a body panel of the trailer rather than the frame. Additionally, the mechanical coupling installed may not have the correct identifying markings and description tag. The VIN etching on the trailer may also not be in an accessible location. There is no safety hazard associated with this recall and the defect will not affect the performance of the vehicle._x000D_ Vehicles are not compliant with Australian Design Rules (ADR) 61/03 - Vehicle Marking.
Remedy	Owners of affected trailers can contact their preferred authorised Vermeer dealer immediately to have the work carried out, free of charge._x000D_ If the Vermeer dealer travels to the unit to install the kit, costs may be incurred by the owner.
Recall number	REC-006131
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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