NHTSA Recall 13V119000: Equipment
Vactor Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Vactor Guzzler.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V119000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-263 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | April 3, 2013 |
| Owner notification | April 17, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vactor Manufacturing (Vactor) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 HXX and Guzzler vacuum trucks equipped with an Alkota water heater. These trucks were not equipped with an oil primary control. If the burner for the water heater fails to ignite normally, fuel can accumulate in the water heater combustion chamber.
Safety risk
If fuel accumulates, when the burner is lit, there may be a larger than normal flame which could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Vactor will notify owners, and dealers will replace the burner assembly, free of charge. The recall began during April 2013. Customers may contact Vactor at 1-815-672-3171. Vactor's recall number is SB-263.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V119000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.