Recall 20V-206: 2012–2020 Vac-Tron MC 833 SDT, 2012–2020 Vac-Tron MC 835 SDT and 3 more
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Apr 8, 2020, covering about 50 vehicles.
The problem
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC. (Vac-Tron) is recalling certain 2012-2020 MC833SDT, MC835SDT, MC855SDT, and MC873SDT Vacuum Excavator Trailers. The trailers may not have an extended lower chassis, reducing rear impact protection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
The risk
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.
The fix
Vac-Tron will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will install remedy kits provided by Vac-Tron, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0006.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V206000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Vac-Tron MC 833 SDT | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Vac-Tron MC 835 SDT | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Vac-Tron MC 855 SDT | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Vac-Tron MC 873 SDT | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Vac-Tron Minicombo | 2019, 2020 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V-206?
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC. (Vac-Tron) is recalling certain 2012-2020 MC833SDT, MC835SDT, MC855SDT, and MC873SDT Vacuum Excavator Trailers. The trailers may not have an extended lower chassis, reducing rear impact protection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
How is recall 20V-206 fixed?
Vac-Tron will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will install remedy kits provided by Vac-Tron, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0006.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.