NHTSA Campaign 22V499000

TRAILER HITCHES

Issued by Vermeer Manufacturing Company · Reported Jul 12, 2022 · 25 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VERMEER BC1800XL 2022 25

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V499000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.