Vermeer Manufacturing Company – Wheel Lug Nuts May Loosen

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2020 BC1500 and BC1200XL wood chippers. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and fall off, allowing the wheel to detach.


Report Received Date 06/11/2020
NHTSA ID 20V344000
Consequence Summary A wheel detachment while the vehicle is in motion may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace 16" wheels with 17.5" wheel/tire assemblies as well as replacing corresponding maintenance sign, specification placard, and supplemental operator's information, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2020. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service t 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK.
Recall Code IK966
Potentially Affected 55
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V344000)