NHTSA campaign 18V133000
Vactor Manufacturing recall 18V133000
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.
What can happen
If the hydraulic dump body cylinder fails during a dump cycle, the dump body may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of injury.
Repair
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.
Components
- Equipment
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.