2014 VERMEER BC900XL RECALL - #16V378000
RECALL FOR STRUCTURE : FRAME AND MEMBERS
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2014 VERMEER BC900XL |
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| Manufacturer |
Vermeer Manufacturing Company |
| Manufactured between |
6/8/2012 - 5/31/2016 |
| Recalled on |
5/27/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Vermeer Manufacturing Company |
| Owners Notified on |
7/19/2016 |
| # Affected |
636 |
| Recalled for |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
If the brush chipper separates from the tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| Notes |
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.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2014 VERMEER BC900XL Recall for EQUIPMENT, MECHANICAL
2014 VERMEER BC900XL Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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