NHTSA vehicle safety data
2008 Vermeer BC1800XL Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2008 Vermeer BC1800XL has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Vermeer dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2008 Vermeer BC1800XL. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:INTEGRATED JACK/LEVELER/STABILIZER
NHTSA #26V379000Reported June 9, 2026 · Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Potentially affected: 515 vehicles
Defect description
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2002-2026 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The hydraulic jack may extend unexpectedly.
Safety 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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA #15V575000Reported September 16, 2015 · Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Potentially affected: 21,401 vehicles
Defect description
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain model year 2008-2016 Vermeer BC1000XL, 2013-2016 BC700XL, 2012-2016 BC900XL, 2009-2016 BC1200XL, 2003-2016 BC1800XL, 2005-2014 BC600XL, 2005-2016 SC802 and 2005-2013 SC602 Brush Chippers and Stump Cutters. These models have LED side markers lights that do not have reflectors built into the lenses, reducing the visibility of the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Vermeer will notify owners, and will supply reflective decals to be installed on the trailer sides, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 or by email at [email protected].
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.safercar.gov.
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