VERMEER BC1500 2020: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V344000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VERMEER | BC1500 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-07-30 | 2020-06-11 | 2020-06-11 |
Production Dates: 2019-11-15 - 2020-06-04
Manufacturers Involved: Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: IK966
Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 55
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Vermeer Manufacturing Company "Vermeer" is recalling certain 2020 BC1500 and BC1200XL wood chippers. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and fall off, allowing the wheel to detach.
A wheel detachment while the vehicle is in motion may increase the risk of a crash.
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace 16" wheels with 17.5" wheel/tire assemblies as well as replacing corresponding maintenance sign, specification placard, and supplemental operator's information, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2020. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service t 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
