Recall
Vermeer Bc1800xl — 24V098000
NHTSA ID
24V098000
Make
Vermeer
Model
Bc1800xl
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2024-02-09
Component
TRAILER HITCHES
Units Affected
38
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
IK4524
Summary
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2024 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The tongue weldment may crack and separate from the tow hitch.
Consequence
A hitch separation can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.