Recall 20V-744: 2015–2020 Vac-Tron LP 873 SGT, 2016–2020 Vac-Tron LP 873 XDT and 2 more
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Dec 1, 2020, covering about 38 vehicles.
The problem
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC is recalling certain 2016-2020 LP873XDT, 2015-2020 LP873SGT, 2019-2020 LPSGT and LPXDT excavator trailers. The trailers are not equipped with a rear impact guard. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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 › Body › Bumpers Structure |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V744000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Vac-Tron LP 873 SGT | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Vac-Tron LP 873 XDT | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Vac-Tron LPSGT | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Vac-Tron LPXDT | 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-744?
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC is recalling certain 2016-2020 LP873XDT, 2015-2020 LP873SGT, 2019-2020 LPSGT and LPXDT excavator trailers. The trailers are not equipped with a rear impact guard. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
How is recall 20V-744 fixed?
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.
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.