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SevereNHTSA·21V119000·Announced 2021-02-25

Vermeer Recalls 2021 BC900XL Trailers Due to Axle Bolt Issue

Vermeer is recalling 2021 BC900XL brush chipper trailers because axle mounting bolts may not be tightened properly, 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 (axle separation) that increases the risk of a crash, which meets the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain 2021 BC900XL brush chipper trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the mounting bolts that secure the axle assembly to the mainframe structure may not have been tightened properly.

Loose axle mounting bolts may result in the axle separating from the brush chipper, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall is expected to begin April 20, 2021.

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts and tighten them to the correct torque specification, free of charge. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VERMEER BC900XL
Brand
VERMEER
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
20

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)

  • BC900XL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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