REC-001581

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

Category: Trailer · Supplier: Vermeer Manufacturing Company

Recall date: 16 May 2020

Defect

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.

Hazard

If the wheel lug nut loosens or the tyre deflates while the trailer is being towed, there is a risk of wheel loss, increasing the risk of an accident and serious injury or death to the vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Owners will be contacted in writing to provide instructions on how to inspect their trailer and how to contact Vermeer Australia to arrange for an inspection and repair, where necessary. For further information, please contact Vermeer Australia by phone on 1300 837 6337 or at https://www.vermeer.com.au/contact-us/

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Vermeer Manufacturing Company — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au