Recall
Vermeer Vacuum Excavator — 21V916000
NHTSA ID
21V916000
Make
Vermeer
Model
Vacuum Excavator
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2021-11-22
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Units Affected
1,054
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
VMV0015
Summary
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vermeer VX30, McLaughlin VX30, 2018-2022 McLaughlin VX50, Vermeer VX50, and 2018-2019 Mclaughlin VX30G vacuum excavators with an 800-gallon tank configuration. The operator and maintenance manuals state an incorrect lug nut tightness value that could result in improperly tightened lug nuts.
Consequence
Improperly tightened lug nuts may come loose, causing the wheel to fall off and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will provide replacement operator and maintenance manuals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2022. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is VMV0015.