NHTSA recall campaign
24V098000
ManufacturerVermeer Manufacturing CompanyReported2024-02-09Affected38 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2024 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The tongue weldment may crack and separate from the tow hitch.
Risk
A hitch separation can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Vermeer will provide a remedy kit, integrating a new surge brake tongue into the tongue weldment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4524.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →