Recall 20V344000

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Report Date

20200611

Component

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2020 BC1500 and BC1200XL wood chippers. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and fall off, allowing the wheel to detach.

Safety Consequence

A wheel detachment while the vehicle is in motion may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace 16" wheels with 17.5" wheel/tire assemblies as well as replacing corresponding maintenance sign, specification placard, and supplemental operator's information, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2020. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service t 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2020	VERMEER	BC1200XL
2020	VERMEER	BC1500

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.