Recall 19V442 affects 208 2015-2019 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd trailers for missing lights and reflective tape. Repair is free at any franchised Vac-Tron dealer.
Vac-Tron is recalling 208 2015-2019 Lp 873 Sd vacuum excavator trailers because required lamps, reflectors, and reflective tape are missing or insufficient. Reduced nighttime visibility increases crash risk, and the repair will be free once Vac-Tron makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The exterior lighting and reflective equipment on a 2015-2019 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd trailer is there to make the trailer visible from the front, rear, and sides. Clearance lamps, reflex reflectors, side reflectors, and reflective tape help other drivers judge the trailer's width and position in low light.
On affected trailers, that visibility equipment was not complete when built. The trailer can lack front and rear lights, including clearance lamps and reflectors, and it can have too little reflective tape on the sides and rear. A bulb replacement alone does not correct missing lamps, missing reflectors, or too little tape.
Owners are not given a dashboard alert or other warning sign for this problem. There is no warning sign before failure. A visual walkaround is the practical clue: missing lights, missing reflectors, or short sections of reflective tape mean the trailer needs the recall repair.
Who's affected?
Spans five model years of the Lp 873 Sd trailer line, all tied to the same exterior lighting component.
| 2016 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2015 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd | Exterior lighting |
| 2019 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd | Exterior lighting |
| 2017 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd | Exterior lighting |
| 2018 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 208 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Missing lamps and insufficient reflective tape make the trailer harder for other drivers to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash. Use extra caution after dark and arrange the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Vac-Tron dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2019 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd trailer is included in this recall.
- Wait for Vac-Tron to confirm the repair is open before scheduling service.
- Call Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766 with questions and reference recall number 19V442.
- Schedule the free marker-light, chassis-extension, conspicuity-tape, and reflector repair once Vac-Tron confirms service is ready; the work fixes the trailer visibility issue.
- Avoid towing the trailer at night until the lighting and reflector repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The remedy status for campaign 19V442 does not show the final dealer repair as available. Once it opens, a Vac-Tron technician will move the marker lights to the compliant position, then install the lower chassis extension, conspicuity tape, and reflectors. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Contact Vac-Tron customer service to confirm timing before arranging service.
Timeline
| June 11, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 1, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V442?
Recall 19V442 covers 208 2015-2019 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd vacuum excavator trailers with exterior lighting and reflective-tape issues. The trailers can lack required lamps, reflectors, and side or rear conspicuity tape under FMVSS 108. Vac-Tron dealers will correct the lighting and reflective equipment for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2019 Vac-Tron Lp 873 Sd is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V442. If it is, contact a Vac-Tron dealer or Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766 to arrange the free marker-light, reflector, chassis-extension, and conspicuity-tape repair.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Vac-Tron dealers will move the marker lights to the compliant position and install the required chassis extension, conspicuity tape, and reflectors free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced nighttime visibility. Missing lamps and insufficient reflective tape can make the trailer harder for other drivers to see at night, increasing crash risk. Until the repair is complete, use extra care when moving or towing the trailer in low-light conditions.
When did Vac-Tron start this recall?
Vac-Tron began the recall on August 1, 2019. Owner notices directed affected owners to Vac-Tron customer service, and the dealer remedy covers the required lighting and reflective-equipment corrections at no charge.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V442000 |
|---|---|
| Vac-Tron customer service | 1-888-822-8766 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V442 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V442000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
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- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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