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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there recalls for the 2015 VERMEER Bc900xl?
- There are 6 recall(s) for the 2015 VERMEER Bc900xl, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 114384 [USA]: If the brush chipper separates from the tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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. 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. 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.
Recall 118562 [USA]: The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 vermeer bC1000xl, 2013-2016 bc700xl, 2012-2016 bc900xl, 2009-2016 bC1200xl, 2003-2016 bC1800xl, 2005-2014 bc600xl, 2005-2016 sc802 and 2005-2013 sc602 brush chippers and stump cutters. These models have led side markers lights that do not have reflectors built into the lenses, reducing the visibility of the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, " lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." vermeer will notify owners, and will supply reflective decals to be installed on the trailer sides, free of charge. The recall began on november 13, 2015. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 or by email at [email protected]. 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.
Recall 113000 [USA]: If the chute detaches from the chipper, it would become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 bc900xl brush chippers manufactured january 30, 2012, to july 30, 2015. The flanges that attach the brush chipper discharge chute may crack and fail while the brush chipper is being towed, causing the chute to separate from the chipper. vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the discharge chute rotation clamps and will add an additional clamp, free of charge. The recall began on september 9, 2015. Owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051. Vermeer's number for this recall is ik3194. 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.
Recall 2016250 [Canada]: Structure
On certain brush chipper units, a weld joint on the unit's frame where the tube-tongue intersects the plate-frame front cross member may have been undercut during manufacturing. This could create a high stress factor on the tube-tongue at the start/stop point of the weld, and could result in bending and/or fatigue fractures (cracks) which can lead to the tube failing. This would allow the unit to separate from the towing vehicle, possibly striking another vehicle, a stationary object, or a bystander, causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: dealers will cut off the fixed tongue next to the connection to the main frame and another tongue will be inserted into the main frame and bolted into place to remove the high stress condition.
Recall 2015507 [Canada]: Lights and instruments
Certain brush chipper and stump cutter units may not comply with the requirements of canada motor vehicle safety standard 108 - lighting system and retro reflective devices. During manufacturing, the side marker led lights installed did not include a reflex reflector built into the lens and no other reflex reflectors were installed on the sides of the trailers, which fails to meet the requirements of the standard. This could reduce vehicle conspicuity, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: dealers will install separate reflectors with sae (a) marking or led side marker lights with reflex reflectors with an sae (a) rated lens.
Recall 2015362 [Canada]: Accessories
On certain brush chipper units, the mounting flanges for the discharge chute could crack or fail due to stress and/or fatigue. This could result in the chute separating from the brush chipper while the unit is being towed down a roadway, creating a road hazard for other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: dealers will reposition the discharge chute rotation clamp locations and add and additional rotation clamp.
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Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
SVC2020-016 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: The absence of side reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.