NHTSA Recall 21V119000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment) and multiple axle (suspension)
Vermeer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 2021 Vermeer BC900XL.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V119000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | IK4055 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; SUSPENSION › MULTIPLE AXLE |
| Report received | February 25, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 20, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2021 BC900XL brush chipper trailers. The mounting bolts that secure the axle assembly to the mainframe structure of the brush chipper may not have been tightened properly.
Safety risk
Loose axle mounting bolts may result in the axle separating from the brush chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts and tighten them to the correct torque specification, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 20, 2021. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4005.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V119000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Vermeer BC900XL | 2021 |
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.