Vac-Tron CS 570 GT, CS 1273 GT +5 more: Exterior lighting

Affects Vac-Tron CS 570 GT, CS 1273 GT, CS 1270 SGT, CS 1270 GT, CS 573 GT, CS 500 DT, CS 800 DT · 2016–2020 — about 110 vehicles.

The hazard

Due to the improper position of the lamps, insufficient reflective tape, and lack of reflectors, the vacuum excavator trailer may not be sufficiently visible during low visibility conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Vac-Tron will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will install remedy kits provided by Vac-Tron, free of charge. This recall began July 14, 2020. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0008.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational