NHTSA recall 12V375000
Equipment
Vermeer BC1000XL and 3 more
Reported Aug 2, 20123,450 vehicles affectedVERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANYMaker’s number IK00-1731Built Jan 3, 2011 – Jul 30, 2012
The defect
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush chipper.
The risk
If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began ion August 21, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 641-628-3141.