Recall 15V447000: 2012–2015 Vermeer BC900XL
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 15, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 481
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 BC900XL brush chippers manufactured January 30, 2012, to July 30, 2015. The flanges that attach the brush chipper discharge chute may crack and fail while the brush chipper is being towed, causing the chute to separate from the chipper.
The risk
If the chute detaches from the chipper, it would become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the discharge chute rotation clamps and will add an additional clamp, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2015. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK3194.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Vermeer BC900XL
- 2013 Vermeer BC900XL
- 2014 Vermeer BC900XL
- 2015 Vermeer BC900XL
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V447000
- Manufacturer campaign
- IK3194
- Manufacturer
- Vermeer Manufacturing Company
- Owner letters
- Sep 9, 2015
- Components
- Equipment:mechanical (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology