Vermeer BC1800XL: Structure

Affects Vermeer BC1800XL · 2007–2026 — about 50 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain brush chipper trailers, the hydraulic tongue jack could extend on its own while the trailer is being towed. Safety Risk: A hydraulic jack that extends while driving could create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Vermeer will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your brush chipper trailer to an authorized service facility to repair the hydraulic tongue jack by replacing the wiring harness.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational