NHTSA Recall 18V133000: Equipment
Vactor Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,130 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Vactor 2100 Plus.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V133000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | February 22, 2018 |
| Owner notification | June 7, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
If the hydraulic dump body cylinder fails during a dump cycle, the dump body may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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 18V133000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Vactor 2100 Plus | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Vactor Hxx | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.