VACTOR HXX 2014: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V133000

Make Model Year
VACTOR HXX 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-06-07 2018-02-22 2018-02-26

Production Dates: 2011-04-01 - 2017-05-01

Manufacturers Involved: Vactor Manufacturing

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1130

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.