Vermeer Manufacturing Company | NHTSA Recall #15V575000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V575000 by Vermeer Manufacturing Company. Affecting 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 Includes 21,401 affected units, Missing Side Reflex Reflectors, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

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

Defect 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."

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V575000
Manufacturer: Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Report Received Date: 2015-09-16T00:00:00
Subject: Missing side reflex reflectors
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 21,401

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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 Summary: The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 71.97

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NHTSA ID: 15V575000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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