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NHTSARecalled May 27, 2016 · #16V378000

Chipper may Separate from Tow Vehicle

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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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. If the brush chipper separates from the tow vehicle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Chipper may Separate from Tow Vehicle
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Model numbers
BC900XL
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice