Vermeer Vacuum Excavator recalls
Every NHTSA recall campaign filed since 2000 that names the Vermeer Vacuum Excavator, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
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- Jun 5, 2024Crash risk2023 Vermeer Vacuum Excavator — Equipment
Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer) is recalling certain 2023 LPSDT vacuum excavator trailers. The frame may bend or become distorted, which can result in a loss of stability and control while towing.
24V411000 · 11 units · Vermeer Manufacturing Company
- 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