Vac-Tron · United States · Crit
Vac-Tron CS 1273 GT, CS 800 GT +6 more: Structure
Affects Vac-Tron CS 1273 GT, CS 800 GT, CS 1270 SGT, CS 1270 GT, CS 800 DT, CS 573 GT, CS 570 GT, CS 500 DT · 2016–2020 — about 110 vehicles.
The hazard
In the event of a rear impact crash, the other vehicle can travel under the rear of the vacuum excavator, increasing the risk of serious injury or death to someone in the other vehicle.
What to do
Vac-Tron will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will install remedy kits provided by Vac-Tron, free of charge. The 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