VERMEER BC1200XL 2012: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 12V375000

Make Model Year
VERMEER BC1200XL 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2012-08-21 2012-08-02 2012-08-02

Production Dates: 2009-07-01 - 2012-07-23

Manufacturers Involved: Vermeer Manufacturing Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: IK00-1731

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 3450

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.

Consequence

If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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.