Vac-tron Htv 373 Pto recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 27, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC recalls 2015–2022 Vac-tron — 4 models

Recall number

20V510000

Brand / firm

Vac-tron

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 140 units

Why it was recalled

A vehicle crashing into the back of the truck could travel under the rear of the truck, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC (Vac-Tron) is recalling certain 2015-2020 HTV573PTO, 2016-2020 HTV373PTO, HTV873PTO, JTV873PTO, and 2021-2022 HTV873PTO vehicles. These vehicles have a rear extremity that extends more than 24 inches behind the rear impact guard.

What to do

Vac-Tron will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to prevent vehicles from going under the truck in a crash. The kits and installation will be free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 5, 2022. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-352-728-2222. Vac-Tron's number for this recall is VVK0011.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.