CarRecallWatch- Component
- TRAILER HITCHES
- Problem
- Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2022 BC1800XL trailers. The improper length mounting bolts were installed on the trailer hitches, resulting in inadequate thread engagement of the pintle hitch mounting bolts.
- Risk
- Inadequate thread engagement may result in bolt failure, possibly causing hitch separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the tongue and pintle bolts of proper length, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2022. Owners may contact Vermeer's customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is IK4266.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain trailer hitch mounting bolts were installed at the wrong length, so they may not thread fully into place. Over time, a bolt can fail, which could allow the hitch to separate from the trailer and cause a loss of control and a higher risk of a crash.
The fix is free. Authorized dealers will replace the tongue and pintle bolts with correct-length bolts at no charge to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 25, 2022. If you have questions, contact Vermeer's customer service at 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060.
If you own this trailer, don't wait to have it checked. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the repair, and check your VIN for any other open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Vermeer BC1800XL | 2022 |
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