Recall
Vermeer Bc900xl — 16V378000
NHTSA ID
16V378000
Make
Vermeer
Model
Bc900xl
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2016-05-27
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Units Affected
636
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
IK3304
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the brush chipper separates from the tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.