NHTSA Recall 12V379000: Equipment
VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 40 vehicles. It affects 2012 Vermeer BC1200XL.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V379000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | IK00-1732 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 6, 2012 |
| Owner notification | August 21, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2012 BC1200XL brush chipper trailers because the lug nuts may not have been properly torqued. As a result, the lug nuts could loosen and the wheels could separate from the bush chipper.
Safety risk
If the wheels separate from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of personal injury, property damage or a crash.
Remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began on August 21, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 1-641-628-3141.
Notes
Vermeer's recall number is IK00-1732.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V379000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Vermeer BC1200XL | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.