The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V916000·Announced 2021-11-22

Vermeer and McLaughlin Vacuum Excavators Recalled for Incorrect Manual Data

Vermeer is recalling 2018-2022 vacuum excavators because operator manuals list incorrect lug nut tightness values, which could lead to wheel detachment.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (wheel detachment/crash) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vermeer VX30, McLaughlin VX30, 2018-2022 McLaughlin VX50, Vermeer VX50, and 2018-2019 McLaughlin VX30G vacuum excavators equipped with an 800-gallon tank configuration. The recall involves 1,054 units.

The operator and maintenance manuals for these vehicles state an incorrect lug nut tightness value. This error could result in improperly tightened lug nuts, which may come loose and cause the wheel to fall off, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will provide replacement operator and maintenance manuals free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 20, 2022. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VERMEER, MCLAUGHLIN VACUUM EXCAVATOR
Brand
VERMEER
Manufacturer
Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Category
Vehicle — Vacuum Excavator
Hazard
Affected units
1,054

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • VACUUM EXCAVATOR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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