2020 VERMEER BC1500 RECALL - #20V344000
RECALL FOR WHEELS : LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2020 VERMEER BC1500 |
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| Manufacturer |
Vermeer Manufacturing Company |
| Manufactured between |
11/15/2019 - 6/4/2020 |
| Recalled on |
6/11/2020 |
| Influenced by |
Vermeer Manufacturing Company |
| Owners Notified on |
7/30/2020 |
| # Affected |
55 |
| Recalled for |
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
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. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2020 VERMEER BC1500 Recall for WHEELS, LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
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