2016–2021 Vermeer BC1800XL: Trailer Hitches recall
NHTSA campaign 24V098000 · 38 units potentially affected · filed Feb 9, 2024
What's wrong
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2024 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The tongue weldment may crack and separate from the tow hitch.
Why it matters
A hitch separation can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Vermeer will provide a remedy kit, integrating a new surge brake tongue into the tongue weldment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4524.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V098000
- Manufacturer no.
- IK4524
- Manufacturer
- Vermeer Manufacturing Company
- Component
- TRAILER HITCHES
- Units affected
- 38
- Report received
- Feb 9, 2024
- Owner letters
- Sep 5, 2024
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Vermeer BC1800XL 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021