2020 VERMEER BC1500 Recalls

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Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2020 BC1000XL, BC1200XL, BC1500, and AX19 brush chipper trailers. Incorrect lug nuts may have been installed, possibly resulting in the lug nuts loosening.

NHTSA 20V085000

Report Date

13/02/2020

Component

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Manufacturer

Vermeer Manufacturing Company

Consequence: If the lug nuts loosen while the vehicle is in motion, the wheel may detach and become a road hazard, or there may be a loss of control of the trailer. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Vermeer will notify owners and dealers will provide replacement 17.5? wheel/tire assembly, new wheel maintenance safety sign, tire specification placard, and supplemental operator?s and maintenance manual with wheel maintenance instructions, free of charge. Owner renotification letters were mailed February 24, 2022. The recall began July 6, 2020. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK3922.

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.

NHTSA 20V344000

Report Date

11/06/2020

Component

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Manufacturer

Vermeer Manufacturing Company

Consequence: A wheel detachment while the vehicle is in motion may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2020 VERMEER BC1500 have?

The 2020 VERMEER BC1500 currently has 2 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2020 VERMEER BC1500 recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2020 VERMEER BC1500 vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local VERMEER dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2020 VERMEER BC1500 has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.