Recall 22V664000: 2014 Vac-Tron AIR533SDT, 2014 Vac-Tron AIR535SDT, 2005–2013 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT +6 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Sep 1, 2022
Vehicles affected
45
Models
9
Initiated by
Manufacturer

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.

Affected vehicles

  • 2014 Vac-Tron AIR533SDT
  • 2014 Vac-Tron AIR535SDT
  • 2005 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2006 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2007 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2008 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2009 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2010 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2011 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2012 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2013 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
  • 2017 Vac-Tron AIR753SDT
  • 2014 Vac-Tron AIR833SDT
  • 2015 Vac-Tron AIR833SDT
  • 2013 Vac-Tron AIR835SDT
  • 2010 Vac-Tron AIR855SDT
  • 2011 Vac-Tron AIR855SDT
  • 2012 Vac-Tron AIR855SDT
  • 2013 Vac-Tron AIR855SDT
  • 2017 Vac-Tron AIR873SDT
  • 2018 Vac-Tron AIR873SDT
  • 2019 Vac-Tron AIR873SDT
  • 2020 Vac-Tron Airsdt

Details

NHTSA campaign
22V664000
Manufacturer campaign
VMV0028
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Owner letters
Oct 13, 2022
Components
Structure:frame and members (Body & Structure)

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