NHTSA recall campaign
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What was wrong
Defect
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 BC900XL wood chippers manufactured June 8, 2012, to May 31, 2016. The chassis of the affected wood chippers may have improper welds which could result in separation of the wood chipper from the tow vehicle.
Risk
If the brush chipper separates from the tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will remove the current fixed tongue and bolt on a new fixed tongue, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2016. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK3304.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →