VERMEER Recalls

2023–2024 VERMEER VXT30

Due to assembly error, the VIN plate fitted has been affixed on a body panel of the trailer rather than the frame. Additionally, the mechanical coupling installed may not have the correct identifying markings and description tag. The VIN etching on the trailer may also not be in an accessible location.

2015–2022 VERMEER BC900XL

Due to a manufacturing defect, the wheel lug nuts may not have been tightened sufficiently and could become loose. As a result, the wheel may detach from the brush chipper whilst being towed.

2023–2024 VERMEER BC1200XL

The mounting bolts and nuts that are used to secure the axle assembly to the frame of the brush chipper may not have been tightened correctly. If the axle mounting bolts loosen, this could result in the axle separating from the brush chipper.

2023 VERMEER BC700XL, BC900XL

Due to a manufacturing defect, the mounting bolts and nuts that are used to secure the hitch to the towbar of the brush chipper may not meet specifications. If the hitch mounting bolts loosen or break, this could result in the towbar detaching from the brush chipper.

2007–2021 Vermeer BC1500

The compliance label on some trailers may have been printed with an incorrect Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) and tare mass that is lower than the actual mass of the machine. In addition, the safety chains may have not been permanently marked to indicate the breaking stress as required by the Australian Design Rules (ADR).

2021 VERMEER BC900XL BRUSH CHIPPER TRAILER

The mounting bolts and nuts that are used to secure the axle assembly to the frame of the brush chipper may not have been tightened correctly. If the axle mounting bolts loosen, this could result in the axle separating from the brush chipper.

2016–2020 VERMEER BC1000XL, BC1200XL and BC1500 Brush Chipper Trailer

Wheels with an incorrect lug nut taper angle were installed on the trailers. This may cause the lug nuts to loosen or cracks to develop causing a loss of air pressure in the affected tyre.