The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·12V260000·Announced 2012-06-08

Vermeer Recalls 2007-2012 BC1500 Trailers Due to Frame Welding Defect

Vermeer is recalling 2007-2012 BC1500 trailers because a main frame section may have been incorrectly welded, risking frame failure.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame failure) that may increase the risk of personal injury or property damage, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Vermeer BC1500 trailers. The recall addresses a defect where a section of the main frame may have been incorrectly welded during the assembly process.

This welding error can result in bending or fatigue fractures, leading to frame failure. Frame failure may increase the risk of personal injury or property damage.

Vermeer will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on July 30, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 641-628-3141 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VERMEER BC1500
Brand
VERMEER
Manufacturer
VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
1,770

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)

  • BC1500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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