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Vehicles/Commercial Vehicles

Vermeer Manufacturing Company: Vac-Tron Vacuum Excavator Trailers Recalled for Frame Structure Failure

Agency Publication Date: September 1, 2022
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Summary

Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling 45 vacuum excavator trailers because the frame can bend or distort during use. This recall includes various Vac-Tron models including the AIR833SDT, AIR835SDT, AIR873SDT, AIR533SDT, AIR535SDT, AIR555SDT, AIR753SDT, AIR855SDT, and AIRSDT manufactured between 2001 and 2020. Dealers will inspect and repair the frames of these trailers free of charge to ensure they are structurally sound.

Risk

A distorted or bent frame can lead to a loss of stability and control while the trailer is being towed, which significantly increases the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if your trailer is affected by checking the model and year. Recalled models include 2014-2015 Vac-Tron AIR833SDT, 2013 AIR835SDT, 2017-2019 AIR873SDT, 2014 AIR533SDT, 2014 AIR535SDT, 2001-2013 AIR555SDT, 2017 AIR753SDT, 2010-2013 AIR855SDT, and 2020 AIRSDT.
  2. Contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060 to verify your vehicle's inclusion in recall VMV0028 and to schedule a free repair at an authorized dealer.
  3. Take your trailer to an authorized dealer who will repair the frame structure at no cost to you.
  4. For additional questions or to check your VIN, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Dealers will repair the frames free of charge.

How to: Contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060 to arrange a frame repair with a dealer.

Affected Products

Product: 2014-2015 Vac-Tron AIR833SDT
Product: 2013 Vac-Tron AIR835SDT
Product: 2017-2019 Vac-Tron AIR873SDT
Product: 2014 Vac-Tron AIR533SDT
Product: 2014 Vac-Tron AIR535SDT
Product: 2001-2013 Vac-Tron AIR555SDT
Product: 2017 Vac-Tron AIR753SDT
Product: 2010-2013 Vac-Tron AIR855SDT
Product: 2020 Vac-Tron AIRSDT

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 22V664000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Vermeer Manufacturing Company
Sold By: Authorized Vermeer dealers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 45 vehicles(100% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: October 13, 2022
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: VMV0028
Agency Last Updated: September 17, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response