2014 Guzzler Guzzcavator recalls and problems
The 2014 Guzzler Guzzcavator has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Guzzler dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2014 Guzzler Guzzcavator vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2014 Guzzler Guzzcavator recalls
Recall 15V-379: Equipment
Problem: Vactor Manufacturing (Vactor) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Vactor HXX PD, HXX Fan, HXX Prodigy, and 2100 Plus, and Guzzler Guzzcavator trucks manufactured January 10, 2014, to June 2, 2015. The affected vacuum trucks have boilers that may have been assembled with incorrect hardware and/or improper tightening procedures.
Risk: If the boiler assembly was not correctly mounted, the cabinet and boiler may detach from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Vactor will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the units, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Vactor customer service at 1-877-342-5374.
Recall 14V-159: Equipment
Problem: Vactor Manufacturing Inc. (Vactor) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 HXX-Fan, 2010-2014 HXX-Prodigy, and 2012-2014 HXX-PD and Guzzler Guzzcavator vacuum excavation trucks. In the affected vehicles, the water heater and/or cabinet that is mounted to the subframe chassis may come loose due to incorrect fasteners being used to mount the water heater.
Risk: If the water heater comes loose and falls off the chassis while the vehicle is being driven, the heater may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Vactor will notify owners, and dealers will correct the mounting hardware, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2014. Owners may contact Vactor at 1-847-622-7069. Vactor's number for this recall is SB-268.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Guzzler Guzzcavator have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Guzzler Guzzcavator: 15V-379 (equipment), 14V-159 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Guzzler recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Guzzler dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.