The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·11V262000·Announced 2011-04-28

Vermeer Recalls BC1200XL Trailers Due to Incorrect Lug Nuts

Vermeer is recalling 2009-2011 BC1200XL brush chipper trailers because incorrect lug nuts were installed, which may loosen and cause wheel separation.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (incorrect lug nuts) that can result in wheel separation and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 BC1200XL single axle brush chipper trailers manufactured between July 24, 2009, and February 14, 2011. The recall involves 140 units equipped with the 285/75/R16 flotation tire option.

During the assembly process, incorrect lug nuts were installed on the wheels. These lug nuts do not match the countersink holes in the wheel disc, which may allow them to loosen. Loose lug nuts can damage the wheel disc and result in wheel separation from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the lug nuts free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about June 1, 2011. Owners may contact Vermeer at 1-641-628-3141 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VERMEER BC1200XL
Brand
VERMEER
Manufacturer
VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Agricultural Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
140

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BC1200XL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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