Defect Description For Recall
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012-2016 Bc900Xl Wood Chippers Manufactured June 8, 2012, To May 31, 2016. The Chassis Of The Affected Wood Chippers May Have Improper Welds Which Could Result In Separation Of The Wood Chipper From The Tow Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
VERMEER
Model Of Vehicle
BC900XL
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
16V378000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
If The Brush Chipper Separates From The Tow Vehicle, There Would Be An Increased Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Vermeer Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Remove The Current Fixed Tongue And Bolt On A New Fixed Tongue, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin In July 2016. Owners May Contact Vermeer Customer Service At 1-800-829-0051 Extension 7060. Vermeer’S Number For This Recall Is Ik3304.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Start Of Manufacture
20120608
End Of Manufacture
20160531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
636
Date Owners Notified
20160719
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Date Report Received
20160527
Make Campaign Number
IK3304