NHTSA Recall 24V098000: Trailer hitches
Vermeer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 38 vehicles. It affects 2016–2021 Vermeer BC1800XL.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V098000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | IK4524 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | February 9, 2024 |
| Owner notification | September 5, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2024 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The tongue weldment may crack and separate from the tow hitch.
Safety risk
A hitch separation can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Vermeer will provide a remedy kit, integrating a new surge brake tongue into the tongue weldment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4524.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V098000
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.