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NHTSA Recall 24V505000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)

Vermeer Manufacturing Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 84 vehicles. It affects 2024 Vermeer BC1200XL.

84
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2024
owners notified (August 22)
NHTSA campaign24V505000
Manufacturer campaignIK4576
ComponentSUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Report receivedJuly 2, 2024
Owner notificationAugust 22, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2024 BC1200XL brush chippers. The mounting bolts which secures the axle to the mainframe may not have been properly tightened.

Safety risk

A loose axle mounting bolt can result in the axle separating from the brush chipper, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4576.

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 24V505000

Make and modelModel years
Vermeer BC1200XL2024

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.