Recall 18V133000: 2011–2017 Vactor 2100 Plus, 2011–2017 Vactor HXX

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 22, 2018
Vehicles affected
1,130
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Vactor Manufacturing (Vactor) is recalling certain 2011-2017 HXX and 2100 Plus vacuum excavator trucks. The hydraulic dump body cylinder can corrode at the threaded joint over time, causing the cylinder to fail when in a dump cycle.

The risk

If the hydraulic dump body cylinder fails during a dump cycle, the dump body may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Vactor will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hydraulic cylinder, repairing or replacing the cylinder as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Vactor customer service at 1-877-342-5374.

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.

Affected vehicles

  • 2011 Vactor 2100 Plus
  • 2012 Vactor 2100 Plus
  • 2013 Vactor 2100 Plus
  • 2014 Vactor 2100 Plus
  • 2015 Vactor 2100 Plus
  • 2016 Vactor 2100 Plus
  • 2017 Vactor 2100 Plus
  • 2011 Vactor HXX
  • 2012 Vactor HXX
  • 2013 Vactor HXX
  • 2014 Vactor HXX
  • 2015 Vactor HXX
  • 2016 Vactor HXX
  • 2017 Vactor HXX

Details

NHTSA campaign
18V133000
Manufacturer
Vactor Manufacturing
Owner letters
Jun 7, 2018
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology