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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V378000

2016 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2014 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2013 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2012 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2015 Vermeer Bc900xl — Structure: frame and members

Published May 27, 2016 · Recall initiated: May 24, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V378000, published May 27, 2016 and initiated May 24, 2016. Recalling firm: Vermeer Manufacturing Company; 2016 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2014 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2013 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2012 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2015 Vermeer Bc900xl — Structure: frame and members.

What's the hazard

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 BC900XL wood chippers manufactured June 8, 2012, to May 31, 2016. The chassis of the affected wood chippers may have improper welds which could result in separation of the wood chipper from the tow vehicle.

What to do

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will remove the current fixed tongue and bolt on a new fixed tongue, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2016. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK3304.

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Recall details

Brand
VERMEER
Model
BC900XL
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Lot
2016 VERMEER BC900XL | 2014 VERMEER BC900XL | 2013 VERMEER BC900XL | 2012 VERMEER BC900XL | 2015 VERMEER BC900XL
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2014 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2013 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2012 Vermeer Bc900xl | 2015 Vermeer Bc900xl — Structure: frame and members recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V378000 on May 27, 2016. Reported hazard: Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 BC900XL wood chippers manufactured June 8, 2012, to May 31, 2016. The chassis of the affected wood chippers may have improper welds which could result in separation of the wood chipper from the tow vehicle.

What should I do if I have this product?

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will remove the current fixed tongue and bolt on a new fixed tongue, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2016. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK3304.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VERMEER. Model: BC900XL.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)