Vac-Tron · United States · Crit
Vac-Tron LP 873 XDT, Lpsgt +2 more: Structure — bumpers
Affects Vac-Tron LP 873 XDT, Lpsgt, LP 873 SGT, Lpxdt · 2015–2020 — about 38 vehicles.
The hazard
If a vehicle strikes the rear of the vacuum excavator, the vehicle may travel under the rear of the vacuum excavator, increasing the risk of injury and/or death.
What to do
Vac-Tron will notify owners, and dealers will install a field remedy kit, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-877-342-5374. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0016.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational