NHTSA Recall 12V375000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V375000; Date: Aug. 2, 2012
If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Vermeer Bc1000xl; 2012 Vermeer Bc1000xl; 2009 Vermeer Bc1200xl; 2010 Vermeer Bc1200xl; 2011 Vermeer Bc1200xl; 2012 Vermeer Bc1200xl; 2011 Vermeer BC1500; 2012 Vermeer BC1500; 2012 Vermeer Bc1800xl
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Affected Units:: 3,450
Recall Summary:
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush chipper.
How to Fix:
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began ion August 21, 2012. Owners may contact vermeer at 641-628-3141.
Recall Notes:
Vermeer's recall number is ik00-1731. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 21, 2012
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