Wheel lug nuts may loosen
Defect Summary
Vermeer manufacturing company (vermeer) is recalling certain 2016-2020 bc1000xl, bc1200xl, bc1500, and ax19 brush chipper trailers. incorrect lug nuts may have been installed, possibly resulting in the lug nuts loosening.
Safety Consequence
If the lug nuts loosen while the vehicle is in motion, the wheel may detach and become a road hazard, or there may be a loss of control of the trailer. either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Vermeer will notify owners and dealers will provide replacement 17.5 wheel/tire assembly, new wheel maintenance safety sign, tire specification placard, and supplemental operators and maintenance manual with wheel maintenance instructions, free of charge. owner renotification letters were mailed february 24, 2022. the recall began july 6, 2020. owners may contact vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051, extension 7060. vermeer's number for this recall is ik3922.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Vermeer Manufacturing Company or involving Wheels.
FAQ: Recall 20V085000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V085000?
NHTSA recall 20V085000 was issued by Vermeer Manufacturing Company on February 13, 2020. It addresses: Wheel lug nuts may loosen. The recall affects approximately 8,040 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Vermeer Manufacturing Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V085000 or the manufacturer campaign number IK3922. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.