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.
Vermeer Manufacturing Company – Improper Lug Nut Torqueing
| Report Received Date | 08/06/2012 |
| NHTSA ID | 12V379000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the wheels separate from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of personal injury, property damage or a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | IK00-1732 |
| Potentially Affected | 40 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V379000) |
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