Vermeer Manufacturing Company – Axle Mounting Bolts Not Tightened Properly

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2021 BC900XL brush chipper trailers. The mounting bolts that secure the axle assembly to the mainframe structure of the brush chipper may not have been tightened properly.

Report Received Date 02/25/2021
NHTSA ID 21V119000
Consequence Summary Loose axle mounting bolts may result in the axle separating from the brush chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts and tighten them to the correct torque specification, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 20, 2021. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4005.
Recall Code IK4055
Potentially Affected 20
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V119000)