Recall 22V-664: 2014 Vac-Tron AIR533SDT, 2014 Vac-Tron AIR535SDT and 7 more

Vermeer Manufacturing Company recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Sep 1, 2022, covering about 45 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-664
Report date
Sep 1, 2022
Vehicles affected
45
Owners notified
Oct 13, 2022

The problem

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Vac-Tron AIR833SDT, 2013 Vac-Tron AIR835SDT, 2017-2019 Vac-Tron AIR873SDT, 2014 Vac-Tron AIR533SDT, 2014 Vac-Tron AIR535SDT, 2001-2013 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT, 2017 Vac-Tron AIR753SDT, 2010-2013 Vac-Tron AIR855SDT, and 2020 Vac-Tron AIRSDT vacuum excavator trailers. The frame may bend or become distorted, which can result in loss of stability and control while towing.

The risk

A loss of stability and control can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will repair the frames, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 13, 2022. Owners may contact Vermeer's customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is VMV0028.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVermeer Manufacturing Company
ComponentStructure › Frame and Members
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V664000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Vac-Tron AIR533SDT2014All years
Vac-Tron AIR535SDT2014All years
Vac-Tron AIR555SDT2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Vac-Tron AIR753SDT2017All years
Vac-Tron AIR833SDT2014, 2015All years
Vac-Tron AIR835SDT2013All years
Vac-Tron AIR855SDT2010, 2011, 2012, 2013All years
Vac-Tron AIR873SDT2017, 2018, 2019All years
Vac-Tron Airsdt2020All 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 22V-664?

Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Vac-Tron AIR833SDT, 2013 Vac-Tron AIR835SDT, 2017-2019 Vac-Tron AIR873SDT, 2014 Vac-Tron AIR533SDT, 2014 Vac-Tron AIR535SDT, 2001-2013 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT, 2017 Vac-Tron AIR753SDT, 2010-2013 Vac-Tron AIR855SDT, and 2020 Vac-Tron AIRSDT vacuum excavator trailers. The frame may bend or become distorted, which can result in loss of stability and control while towing.

How is recall 22V-664 fixed?

Dealers will repair the frames, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 13, 2022. Owners may contact Vermeer's customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is VMV0028.

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.