Vehicle recall 15V575000 · September 16, 2015
Vermeer BC1800XL, SC802 and 6 more models
These models have LED side markers lights that do not have reflectors built into the lenses, reducing the visibility of the vehicle.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V575000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 16, 2015
- Filed by
- Vermeer Manufacturing Company
- Owner notification
- November 13, 2015
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 21,401
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting
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 (2008-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008
- Vermeer BC1200XL (2009-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009
- Vermeer BC1800XL (2003-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003
- Vermeer BC600XL (2005-2014): 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005
- Vermeer BC700XL (2013-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
- Vermeer BC900XL (2012-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012
- Vermeer SC602 (2005-2013): 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005
- Vermeer SC802 (2005-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005
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.