Vermeer Manufacturing Company: Safety Recalls in 2015

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Vermeer Manufacturing Company in 2015. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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September 16, 2015

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Missing Side Reflex Reflectors

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 Vermeer BC1000XL, 2013-2016 BC700XL, 2012-2016 BC900XL, 2009-2016 BC1200XL, 2003-2016 BC1800XL, 2005-2014 BC600XL, 2005-2016 SC802 and 2005-2013 SC602 Brush Chippers and Stump Cutters. These models have LED side markers lights that do not have reflectors built into the lenses, reducing the visibility of the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

NHTSA ID: 15V575000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 21,401

Consequence Summary:

The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Vermeer will notify owners, and will supply reflective decals to be installed on the trailer sides, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 or by email at productsafety@vermeer.com.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 71.97

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July 15, 2015

(Campaign #: IK3194)

Discharge Chute may Crack and Detach from Chipper

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 BC900XL brush chippers manufactured January 30, 2012, to July 30, 2015. The flanges that attach the brush chipper discharge chute may crack and fail while the brush chipper is being towed, causing the chute to separate from the chipper.

NHTSA ID: 15V447000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 481

Consequence Summary:

If the chute detaches from the chipper, it would become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the discharge chute rotation clamps and will add an additional clamp, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2015. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK3194.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 85.86

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June 9, 2015

(Campaign #: IK3175)

Hitch Safety Chain may be Incorrectly Installed

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2015 TLR30HD trailers manufactured April 21, 2015, to May 15, 2015, and 2015 TLR30LD trailers manufactured April 17, 2015, and May 14, 2015. The affected trailers may have an incorrectly installed safety chain.

NHTSA ID: 15V355000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 64

Consequence Summary:

If the trailer hitch becomes unhooked from the tow vehicle, the safety chain will not prevent the trailer from completely separating from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Vermeer will notify owners and dealers will install a field repair kit. The recall began on July 14, 2015. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 or by email at productsafety@vermeer.com. Vermeer's number for this campaign is IK3175.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 40.63

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