Vac-tron LP 873 SD recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 11, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC recalls 2015–2019 Vac-tron LP 873 SD

Recall number

19V442000

Brand / firm

Vac-tron

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 208 units

Why it was recalled

Due to the lack of lamps and insufficient reflective tape, the trailer may not be visible at night, increasing the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC. (Vac-Tron) is recalling certain 2015-2019 LP873SDT Heavy, Vacuum Excavator-dual axle trailers. The trailer may lack front and rear lights, including clearance lamps, reflex reflectors, and side reflex reflectors. The trailers may also may have an insufficient amount of reflective tape on the sides and rear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Vac-Tron will notify owners and dealers will move the marker lights to the compliant position, and install lower chassis extension, conspicuity tape, and reflectors, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.