2020 Mclaughlin Vacuum Excavator recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2020 Mclaughlin Vacuum Excavator. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Nov 22, 2021Crash risk2018–2022 Mclaughlin Vacuum Excavator, 2018–2022 Vermeer Vacuum Excavator — Equipment
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vermeer VX30, McLaughlin VX30, 2018-2022 McLaughlin VX50, Vermeer VX50, and 2018-2019 Mclaughlin VX30G vacuum excavators with an 800-gallon tank configuration. The operator and maintenance manuals state an incorrect lug nut tightness value that could result in improperly tightened lug nuts.
21V916000 · 1K units · Vermeer Manufacturing Company
- Sep 16, 2021Crash risk2005–2021 Mclaughlin Vacuum Excavator, 2021 Vermeer Vacuum Excavator — Exterior Lighting
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2005-2021 McLaughlin and 2021 Vermeer vacuum excavators. Please see the 573 report for all affected models. The rear clearance lamps and reflex reflectors, and the rear-side clearance lamps and reflex reflectors are not sufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
21V721000 · 50 units · Vermeer Manufacturing Company