Vehicle recall 12V375000 · August 2, 2012
Vermeer BC1200XL, BC1000XL and 2 more models
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush chipper.
- Consequence
- If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began ion August 21, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 641-628-3141.
- Notes
- Vermeer's recall number is IK00-1731.Customers may 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V375000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 2, 2012
- Filed by
- VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
- Manufacturer campaign
- IK00-1731
- Owner notification
- August 21, 2012
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 3,450
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Vermeer BC1000XL (2011-2012): 2012, 2011
- Vermeer BC1200XL (2009-2012): 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009
- Vermeer BC1500 (2011-2012): 2012, 2011
- Vermeer BC1800XL (2012): 2012
Has your Vermeer been repaired?
Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Vermeer dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.