2002-2026 Vermeer BC1800XL recall: Hydraulic Jack May Extend Unexpectedly
Report received by NHTSA: June 9, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2002-2026 BC1800XL brush chipper trailers. The hydraulic jack may extend unexpectedly.
- The risk
An extended jack may contact the ground while driving, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Who's affected
515 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2002-2026 Vermeer BC1800XL.
- Compared with
Vermeer Manufacturing Company has 1 NHTSA recall in 2026 so far, compared with 2 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
17 earlier NHTSA recalls by Vermeer Manufacturing Company since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Aug. 28, 2025 Vermeer Manufacturing Company recall: Inadequate Strength of Rear Impact Guard/FMVSS 223 (agency record)
- March 19, 2025 Vermeer Manufacturing Company recall: Trailer Frame May Crack (agency record)
- Oct. 21, 2024 Vermeer Manufacturing Company recall: Improperly Welded Tank Door Lift Support (agency record)
- July 2, 2024 Vermeer Manufacturing Company recall: Improperly Tightened Axle Mounting Bolts (agency record)
- June 5, 2024 Vermeer Manufacturing Company recall: Improperly Manufactured Trailer Frame (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
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.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Vermeer BC1800XL 2002-2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V379000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Vermeer Manufacturing Company |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received by NHTSA | June 9, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 515 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | IK4837 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record