Vactor 2100 Plus recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 16, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Vactor Manufacturing recalls 2014–2015 Vactor 2100 Plus, Hxx, Guzzcavator

Recall number

15V379000

Brand / firm

Vactor, Guzzler

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 387 units

Why it was recalled

If the boiler assembly was not correctly mounted, the cabinet and boiler may detach from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.