Recalls for 2008 Vermeer Bc2100xl

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2011-06-30
Description
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 bc2100xl tandem axle brush clipper trailers manufactured from december 19, 2007, through february 9, 2009 and equipped with a welded assembly attached to the front of the mainframe.  The welded assembly is subject to high stress levels.  

Consequence
As a result, the welded assembly may bend and/or develop fatigue cracks increasing the risk of personal injury to the equipment operators or any bystanders.  

Corrective Action
Field kit modifications are currently being developed and dealers will replace the welded assembly with a new design free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 26, 2011.  Owners may contact vermeer at 1-641-628-3141.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - TRAILER HITCHES

Posted on: 2008-05-14
Description
Vermeer is recalling 19 my 2006 and 2008 bc2100xl tandem axle brush chipper trailers equipped with an adjustable length tongue tube assemblies.  Bending and/or fatigue cracking in the tongue can result in tongue failure and separation from the towing vehicle.

Consequence
Separation from the towing vehicle could result in a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the tongue tube assembly.  The recall began on june 5, 2008.  Owners may contact vermeer at 1-641-621-7200.

Notes
Vermeer recall no.  Ik01-1460.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.