Recall
Vactor Hxx — 15V379000
NHTSA ID
15V379000
Make
Vactor
Model
Hxx
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2015-06-16
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
387
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Vactor Manufacturing (Vactor) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Vactor HXX PD, HXX Fan, HXX Prodigy, and 2100 Plus, and Guzzler Guzzcavator trucks manufactured January 10, 2014, to June 2, 2015. The affected vacuum trucks have boilers that may have been assembled with incorrect hardware and/or improper tightening procedures.
Consequence
If the boiler assembly was not correctly mounted, the cabinet and boiler may detach from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Vactor will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the units, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Vactor customer service at 1-877-342-5374.