EquipmentRecall 12V-379 · 2012 Vermeer BC1200xl
VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY recall 12V-379 covers 40 2012 Vermeer BC1200xl for a equipment problem, reported to NHTSA on August 6, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V379000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the wheels separate from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of personal injury, property damage or a crash.
The fix
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.
Vermeer's recall number is IK00-1732.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.