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NHTSARecalled Feb 22, 2018 · #18V133000

Dump Body Cylinder Failure

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Vactor Manufacturing (Vactor) is recalling certain 2011-2017 HXX and 2100 Plus vacuum excavator trucks. The hydraulic dump body cylinder can corrode at the threaded joint over time, causing the cylinder to fail when in a dump cycle. If the hydraulic dump body cylinder fails during a dump cycle, the dump body may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
  • Dump Body Cylinder Failure
  • 2100 Plus vacuum excavator
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Vactor Manufacturing
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Vactor will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hydraulic cylinder, repairing or replacing the cylinder as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Vactor customer service at 1-877-342-5374.

View the official CPSC notice