2020 Vac-Tron LPXDT recalls and problems
The 2020 Vac-Tron LPXDT has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Vac-Tron dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2020 Vac-Tron LPXDT vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2020 Vac-Tron LPXDT recalls
Recall 20V-744: Structure
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."
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.
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.
Recall 20V-368: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC (Vac-Tron), is recalling certain 2020 CVGTLC, CVSGT, CVGT, LPSGT, LPXDT, MINICOMBO and LPSDT Vacuum Excavator trailers. The trailers may be missing rear and rear-side reflex reflectors. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Without the proper reflective equipment, the vacuum excavator trailer may have reduced visibility, 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. Vac-Tron issued owners an interim notification on August 18, 2020. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0010.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Vac-Tron LPXDT have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Vac-Tron LPXDT: 20V-744 (structure), 20V-368 (exterior lighting). 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.