Recall 24V098000: 2016–2021 Vermeer BC1800XL
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 9, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- 38
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2024 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The tongue weldment may crack and separate from the tow hitch.
The risk
A hitch separation can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Vermeer BC1800XL
- 2017 Vermeer BC1800XL
- 2018 Vermeer BC1800XL
- 2019 Vermeer BC1800XL
- 2020 Vermeer BC1800XL
- 2021 Vermeer BC1800XL
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V098000
- Manufacturer campaign
- IK4524
- Manufacturer
- Vermeer Manufacturing Company
- Owner letters
- Sep 5, 2024
- Components
- Trailer hitches (Body & Structure)
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