2012 Vermeer BC1200XL
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2012 Vermeer BC1200XL. Newest first.
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 Vermeer BC1000XL, 2013-2016 BC700XL, 2012-2016 BC900XL, 2009-2016 BC1200XL, 2003-2016 BC1800XL, 2005-2014 BC600XL, 2005-2016 SC802 and 2005-2013 SC602 Brush Chippers and Stump Cutters. These models have LED side markers lights that do not have reflectors built into the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and will supply reflective decals to be installed on the trailer sides, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 or by email at productsafety@vermeer.com.
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2012 BC1200XL brush chipper trailers because the lug nuts may not have been properly torqued. As a result, the lug nuts could loosen and the wheels could separate from the bush chipper.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the wheels separate from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of personal injury, property damage or a crash.
Remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began on August 21, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 1-641-628-3141.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10214926Safety chains and tension-loaded pintle kits.
- 10214925Safety chains and tension-loaded pintle kits.
- 10200433Part number of amber decal included in bill of material has been updated.
- 10200432Part number of amber decal included in bill of material has been updated.
- 10171826Beginning in August 2016 through early February 2020, specific wheels (steel rim) with bolt pattern 8 on 6 inch circle to be used with 5/8" studs provided by a supplier: -have an incorrect lug nut contact area causing wheel lug nuts to loosen; and/or -can develop possible cracks causing the tire to lose air pressure. Both conditions may increase the risk of wheel loss and the risk of a crash. Death or serious injury is possible. Property damage may also occur. All sales are on hold.
- 10170166The absence of side reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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