2018 Vac-Tron CS 1270 SGT recalls and problems
The 2018 Vac-Tron CS 1270 SGT has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Vac-Tron dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Vac-Tron CS 1270 SGT vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Vac-Tron CS 1270 SGT recalls
Recall 20V-289: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC. (Vac-Tron), a subsidiary of Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer), is recalling certain 2016-2020 Vac-Tron CS500DT, CS570GT, CS573GT, CS1270GT, CS1270SGT, CS1273GT and CS800DT Vacuum Excavator trailers. The front clearance lamps may be positioned improperly and an insufficient amount of conspicuity tape may have been applied on the sides and rear. The trailers may also may also lack side or rear reflex reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Due to the improper position of the lamps, insufficient reflective tape, and lack of reflectors, the vacuum excavator trailer may not be sufficiently visible during low visibility conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Vac-Tron will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will install remedy kits provided by Vac-Tron, free of charge. This recall began July 14, 2020. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0008.
Recall 20V-292: Structure
Problem: Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC (Vac-Tron), a subsidiary of Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer), is recalling certain 2016-2020 CS500DT, CS570GT, CS573GT, CS800DT, CS800GT, CS1270GT, CS1270SGT, and CS1273GT Vacuum Excavator trailers. The rear most extremity extends too far beyond the rear of the trailer frame, reducing impact protection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
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.
Fix: Vac-Tron will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will install remedy kits provided by Vac-Tron, free of charge. The recall began July 14, 2020. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0008.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Vac-Tron CS 1270 SGT have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Vac-Tron CS 1270 SGT: 20V-289 (exterior lighting), 20V-292 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Vac-Tron recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Vac-Tron dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.