United States2002–2026 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers are affected; owners can identify them by the BC1800XL model and model years 2002 through 2026. They were recalled because the hydraulic jack may extend unexpectedly, which can contact the ground while driving and increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, injury, or a crash. Dealers will repair the hydraulic jack free of charge; owner letters were mailed August 7, 2026, and owners can contact Vermeer at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060 (recall IK4837).
What's being recalled
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2002-2026 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The hydraulic jack may extend unexpectedly.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V379000; Manufacturer campaign IK4837
The hazard
An extended jack may contact the ground while driving, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
What to do
Dealers will repair the hydraulic jack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4837.
The official notice
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