2018–2022 Mclaughlin Vacuum Excavator, 2018–2022 Vermeer Vacuum Excavator Recall: Operator and maintenance manuals state an incorrect lug nut tightness…
NHTSA campaign 21V916000 · Equipment · filed Nov 22, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
Improperly tightened lug nuts may come loose, causing the wheel to fall off and increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will provide replacement operator and maintenance manuals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2022. Owners may contact Vermeer customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is VMV0015.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mclaughlin | Vacuum Excavator | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| Vermeer | Vacuum Excavator | 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V916000 (manufacturer number VMV0015). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.