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.
Vermeer Manufacturing Company – Wheel Lug Nuts May Loosen
| 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) |
More Vermeer Manufacturing Company Recalls