The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·20V344000·Announced 2020-06-11

Vermeer Recalls 2020 Wood Chippers Due to Wheel Lug Nut Loosening

Vermeer is recalling 2020 BC1200XL and BC1500 wood chippers because wheel lug nuts may loosen, allowing the wheel to detach and increasing crash risk.

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 (wheel detachment) that increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain 2020 BC1500 and BC1200XL wood chippers. The defect involves wheel lug nuts that may loosen and fall off, which allows the wheel to detach from the vehicle.

A wheel detachment while the vehicle is in motion may increase the risk of a crash. The recall affects 55 units of these specific models.

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace 16-inch wheels with 17.5-inch wheel/tire assemblies. Dealers will also replace the corresponding maintenance sign, specification placard, and supplemental operator's information free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2020. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VERMEER BC1200XL, BC1500
Brand
VERMEER
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Category
Vehicle — Agricultural / Industrial Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
55

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 (2)

  • BC1200XL
  • BC1500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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