NHTSA·Commercial vehicles·June 9, 2026

Vermeer recalls 2002–2026 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers because the hydraulic jack may extend unexpectedly

The hydraulic jack on these brush chipper trailers may extend on its own, and if it touches the ground while driving it could cause a loss of control, a crash or injury.

What to do

Dealers will repair the hydraulic jack free of charge. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060 and refer to recall number IK4837.

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Recall details

Product
Vermeer Bc1800xl 2002–2026
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.
Units
515 vehicles
Owner notification
August 7, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
June 9, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V379000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: IK4837
  • Model years: 2002–2026

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Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:INTEGRATED JACK/LEVELER/STABILIZER
Defect
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2002-2026 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The hydraulic jack may extend unexpectedly.
Consequence
An extended jack may contact the ground while driving, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Corrective action
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.

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