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April 8, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V206000
Insufficient Rear Impact Protection/FMVSS 224
In the event of a rear impact crash, the other vehicle can travel under the rear of the vacuum excavator, increasing the risk of serious injury or death to someone in the other vehicle.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V206
Manufacturer Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC
Components STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected 50
Summary
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC. (Vac-Tron) is recalling certain 2012-2020 MC833SDT, MC835SDT, MC855SDT, and MC873SDT Vacuum Excavator Trailers. The trailers may not have an extended lower chassis, reducing rear impact protection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 224, “Rear Impact Protection.”
Remedy
Vac-Tron will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will install remedy kits provided by Vac-Tron, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-888-822-8766. Vac-Tron’s number for this recall is VVK0006.
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.
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC
FIELD CAMPAIGN SERVICE BULLETIN # | SVV2020-008 | DATE: | Xx Month 201x |
CAMPAIGN TYPE: | Mandatory-Product Safety |
CAMPAIGN CATEGORY: | Kit and Bulletin |
MACHINE /
ATTACHMENT MODEL(S): | Serial Numbers | ||
Included | Excluded | Kit Version | |
MC833SDT | See attached listing on page 5 of this Bulletin for specific VIN and Serial/Unit numbers. Note: VIN–Serial/Unit numbers in red are DUALLY MACHINES which may require additional lights and/or reflectors. Send photos of dually machines to Vac-Tron at email
Vactron-service@vermeer | N/A | VVK01 |
MC835SDT | |||
MC855SDT | |||
MC873SDT | |||
MINICOMBO | |||
MINICOMBO | VVK02 | ||
MC855SDT | VVK03 |
PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL
FIRST NOTICE
Subject: Light Relocation, Lighting and marking Reflector, Conspicuity Tape and Rear Extension Installation Kit (VVK00-0006)
Background:
INADEQUATE LIGHTING, REFLECTORS AND CONSPICUTITY TAPE INADEQUATE REAR IMPACT PROTECTION
The lighting, side and rear reflectors and conspicuity tape do not meet US or Canada Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS/CMVSS) governmental regulation 108 for the Unites States, Canada and Mexico. The trailers may not have an extended lower chassis, reducing rear impact protection and does not meet US or Canada Federal Motor Vehicle Standard (FMVSS/CMVSS) governmental regulation 223 for the Unites States, Canada and Mexico.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY POSSIBLE
When towing or parking the vacuum excavator on public roadways, a crash may occur resulting in death or serious injury resulting from a driver(s) of other vehicle(s) not seeing the vacuum excavator at night or during limited sunlight and strike the vacuum excavator. To reduce the potential of this occurring, vehicle lights will be relocated, additional reflectors and conspicuity tape are being added.
In the event of a rear impact crash, the other vehicle may travel under the rear of the vacuum excavator, increasing the risk of serious injury or death to someone in the other vehicle or to the towing vehicle occupants.
Property or equipment damage may also occur.
Solution:
IMMEDIATE MACHINE MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED
VVK00-0006 has been created to provide the necessary parts and instructions to relocate the vehicle lights, add reflex reflectors, add conspicuity tape to the sides and rear, add reflect reflectors and add a rear chassis extension. This kit must be installed as soon as possible.
Please be reminded that it is a violation of Federal law for you to sell or lease the machines covered by this notification until this recall has been performed on these machines. Substantial civil penalties apply to violations of this law.
DEALER PARTICIPATION
REVIEW REPORT, ORDER KITS, CONTACT CUSTOMERS
- Reports will be emailed during the week of May 22, 2020, to dealerships shown in our records which have units in their territory affected by this Alert. Please review the report for accuracy, including owner and/or address changes.
If the information contained in the report is NOT correct, please notify the Product Safety Department on or before June 4, 2020 at:
Telephone: 641-621-7060
Fax: 641-621-8562
Email: productsafety@vermeer.com
- Dealerships Order Kits by calling Vac-Tron at 888-822-8766.
Each dealership should determine the quantity of Kits to order initially depending upon the number of units that may be available for immediate upgrade. Do not order more Kits than needed for immediate installation.
- Contact your affected customer(s) to schedule a mutually acceptable time to upgrade their machine. Note: Letters will be sent to the customer(s) on or about June 5, 2020. Also refer to Owner Notification section below.
If you have any questions concerning the installation of VVK00-0006, please contact the Vac-Tron Service Department. Vermeer Corporate is assisting Vac-Tron with the administration of this campaign.
REIMBURSEMENT
Upon completion of each Kit installation, a campaign Warranty Claim must be submitted to the Vermeer Corporate Warranty Department for reimbursement of the parts cost and labor of the Kit.
This kit will reimburse labor hours as follows:
- VVK01: 7 hours
- VVK02: 2 hours
- VVK03: 8 hours
Note: Future notices to dealers and owners are dependent upon the receipt of Warranty Claim.
OWNER NOTIFICATION
Sample Letter: Included at the end of this Bulletin is a sample letter which will be sent by Vermeer Corporation directly to the Owners on or about June 5, 2020, via USPS certified/registered mail. The owner letter will be translated into the following languages:
- Arabic
- French
All translated owner notices will also include English owner notification.
This owner notification/letter instructs the owner to contact their local dealership to
arrange for a time to have the Kit installed. After receiving VVK00-0006 from the Parts Center, you must contact your affected customer(s) immediately and schedule a mutually acceptable time to upgrade their machine.
We regret any inconvenience these corrective measures may cause you. This required work is for safety of the safety of the towing vehicle driver and occupants as well as other traveling on public roadways or in the immediate are while being towed. We hope you agree the safety benefits surpass the inconvenience.
VAC-TRON EQUIPMENT, INC.
Attachment:
VVK00-0006 Kit Instructions
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC
FIELD CAMPAIGN KIT # | WK00-0006 | DATE: |
For Dealer Reference: Service Bulletin # SW2020008
Light Relocation, Reflector, Conspicuity Tape and Rear Extension Installation Kit
CAMPAIGN TYPE: | Mandatory-Product Safety |
CAMPAIGN CATEGORY: | Kit and Bulletin |
MACHINE / ATTACHMENT MODEL(S): | Serial Numbers | ||
Included | Excluded | Kit Version | |
MC833SDT | See attached listing on page 26 of this Kit Instructions for specific VIN and Serial/Unit numbers. Note: VIN-Serial/Unit numbers in red are DUALLY MACHINES which may require additional lights and/or reflectors. Send photos of dually machines to Vac-Tron at email Vactron-service@vermeer![]() | N/A | VVK01 |
MC835SDT | |||
MC855SDT | |||
MC873SDT | |||
MINICOMBO | |||
MINICOMBO | VVK02 | ||
MC855SDT | VVK03 |
PRODUCT SAFETY ALERT
PURPOSE: INADEQUATE LIGHTING, REFLECTORS AND CONSPICUTITY TAPE
The lighting, side and rear reflectors and conspicuity tape do not meet US or Canada Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS/CMVSS) governmental regulation 108 for the United States, Canada and Mexico. When towing or parking the vacuum excavator on public roadways, a crash may occur resulting in death or serious injury resulting from a driver(s) of other vehicle(s) not seeing the vacuum excavator at night or during limited sunlight and strike the vacuum excavator. To reduce the potential of this occurring, vehicle lights will be relocated, additional reflectors and conspicuity tape are being added. Property or equipment damage may also occur.
VVK00-0006 has been created to provide the necessary parts and instructions to relocate the vehicle lights, add reflex reflectors, add conspicuity tape to the sides and rear, add reflect reflectors and add a rear chassis extension.
WARNING: Failure & to use shutdown procedure can result in unexpected, hazard(s ). Death or serious injury could result due to entanglement, crushing, cutting. or other hazardous contact. Follow Shutdown Procedure after operating. before performing any service or maintenance, and before transporting.
Shutdown Procedure
STOPPING THE MACHINE
For your safety and the safety of others, follow shutdown procedure before working on the machine for any reason, including servicing, maintaining, cleaning, inspecting, unclogging or transporting machine, or as otherwise directed in Operator’s manual.
Step 1: Make sure end of vacuum hose is clear of all spoils, debris, and other materials.
Step 2: Turn Water Pump Switch to OFF.
Step 3: Push Throttle Switch to SLOW. Idle engine five minutes to allow vacuum pump to cool down. This helps to prevent the buildup of condensation.
Step 4: Turn Keyswitch to OFF to shut off engine. Remove the key.
Step 5: Pull trigger on any high-pressure water tool to relieve line pressure.
Step 6: Disassemble all water line connections, vacuum hoses, and tools. Stow properly on machine.
Step 7: Drain CVS Filter Housing / Cyclone.
WARNING: Do not point high pressure water tool in the direction of people when relieving the pressure.
PROCEDURE 1: (APPLIES TO KITS VVK01 AND VVK03)
- Align the bracket with the edge of the curb side I-beam as shown below. Ref. 1, Fig 1.
- Mark the light bracket hole locations onto the I-beam and drill (2) Ø9/32” (7.15 mm) holes through the I-beam.
- Attach the marker light bracket with the supplied hardware. Ref. 1, 2, 3, and 4, Fig. 1.
- Connect one end of the 100” (2.54 m) length of dual core wire to the front side marker lamp using the butt connectors. 5 and 6, Fig. 1.
- Place loom over wires for protection. Ref. 8, Fig. 1.
- Run the wire through the cross member and inside of the I-Beam to connect with the front clearance marker lamp. Reference step 3, Procedure 2 for connecting the front side marker lamp and front clearance marker lamp.
- Complete all steps for the street side of the trailer.
PROCEDURE 2: (APPLIES TO KIT VVK01 AND VVK03)
- Remove the existing street side marker lamp from the gusset and disconnect the wires.
- Place the side marker light bracket on the gusset approximately 1” (2.54 cm) from the bottom as shown. Mark the bolt locations on the gusset and drill (2) Ø9/32” (Ø7.15 mm) holes. (Street side shown). Ref. 1, Fig. 2.
- Use the 1 ft (30.48 cm) length of dual core conductor wire to connect the front clearance marker lamp and tie in with the 100” (2.54 m) length wire from the front side marker lamp. Use the 12-10 (yellow) and 16-14 (blue) heat seal butt connectors to connect all wires according to diagram below. Ref. 2, 6, 7 and 9 Fig. 2.
- Insert the front clearance marker lamp into the front clearance marker bracket as shown Ref 1 and 2, Fig. 2. Refer to the illustration below for proper lamp orientation.
- Attach the front clearance marker bracket with the hardware Ref. 3, 4, and 5 Fig. 2.
- Loom all exposed wires. Ref. 8 Fig. 2.
PROCEDURE 3: (APPLIES TO ALL KITS)
- Remove the curb side marker light from the platform gusset and disconnect the wires (some units will have an incandescent light instead of the LED light shown).
- Use 12-10 heat seal butt connectors to tie in the 100” curb side wire with the original curb side marker light wire. 5, Fig 1 and Ref 7, Fig 3. Connect the 5 ft (152.4 cm) length of split wire into the other end of the butt connectors as shown. Ref 6, Fig. 3. For KIT VVK03, additionally connect the supplied 20 ft (609.6 cm) split wire as shown in the drawing below. Ref 9, Fig 3.
FOR KIT VVK01 AND VVK02 ONLY
FOR KIT VVK03 ONLY (UNITS THAT REQUIRE THE 3 RED LIGHT BAR)
- Remove the fastening hardware from the jetter reel and retain for future installation. Move the jetter reel as needed to drill the holes in Step 4.
- Drill 2 – Ø5/16” holes in the tank plate in the positions shown.
- Connect the marker light riser to the tank plate. 1, 3, and 4, Fig. 3.
- Reconnect the jetter real with the hardware retained.
PROCEDURE 4: (APPLIES TO KITS VVK01 AND VVK03)
- Clean area where the conspicuity tape will be installed with light soap and water. Areas with damaged paint or heavy corrosion should be prepped, painted, and thoroughly dry before applying conspicuity tape.
- Refer to the illustration and install the conspicuity tape in the locations shown. Ref. 1, 2, and 3 Fig. 4.
- Repeat for the opposite side of the trailer.
PROCEDURE 5: (APPLIES TO KIT VVK01 AND VVK03)
- Remove the existing rear corner/side clearance marker lamp Ref. A from the gusset (retain for future installation) and disconnect the wires.
- Place the rear corner/side clearance marker bracket on the support approximately 1-1/2” (3.81 cm) from the bottom as indicated in the illustration below. Mark the bolt locations on the support and drill (2) Ø9/32” (Ø7.15 mm) holes.
- Use the 1 ft (30.48 cm) length of dual core conductor wire to reconnect the rear corner/side clearance marker lamp using 16-14 butt connectors. Ref 2, 7 and 8, Fig 5.
- Attach the rear corner/side clearance marker bracket to the fender support with the hardware as shown Ref. 3, 4, and 5 Fig. 5.
- Loom all exposed wires. Ref. 9 Fig. 5.
- Insert the rear corner/side clearance marker lamp into the bracket as shown Ref 1 and 2, Fig. 5.
- Clean area where the rear side marker reflectors will be installed with light soap and water. Areas with damaged paint or heavy corrosion should be prepped, painted, and thoroughly dry before applying the reflectors as shown.
- Install the rear side marker reflector below the side marker bracket as shown.
- Repeat all steps for the opposite side of the trailer.
PROCEDURE 6: (APPLIES TO KITS VVK01 AND VVK03)
- Clean area where the conspicuity tape will be installed with light soap and water. Areas with damaged paint or heavy corrosion should be prepped, painted, and thoroughly dry before applying the conspicuity tape.
- Refer to the illustration and install each of the white conspicuity tape on the debris tank door and water tanks as shown Ref 1, Fig. 6.
PROCEDURE 7: (APPLIES TO KITS VVK01 AND VVK03)
- Grind off the paint and rust where the cross members provided are to be installed. Refer to the figure in Step 2.
- Position the reinforcement members as indicated below Ref. 1 Fig. 7.
- Place 3/16” [5mm] fillet welds as indicated.
- Remove any damaged paint down to the base metal. Repaint the affected areas as needed.
PROCEDURE 8: (APPLIES TO ALL KITS)
WN 286 RAISED LOAD CAN FALL
WARNING: Raised load can shift or fall. Death or serious injury could be possible if struck or Crushed by falling load. Never allow anyone under a raised load unless load is securely supported to prevent it from shifting or falling.
- Ensure the debris tank is empty. Using suitable blocking, block debris tank to prevent shifting. Debris tank weighs approximately 1,000 lb (454 kg).
- Remove the cotter pin on both sides.
- Push the headed pins out to be flush with the inner side of the tank hinges. Be careful not to push the pin through the hinge.
- Push the headed pins out to be flush with the inner side of the tank hinges. Be careful not to push the pin through the hinge.
- Use a suitable lifting device when installing the bumper. Bumper weight is approximately 120 lb (54 kg).
- Inspect the tank hinges connected to the bumper. Hinges with the single hole configuration shown must be replaced. If the hinges have a 2-hole configuration, skip to step 9.
- Use a cutting torch to remove the (4) tank hinges from the bumper. Grind away residual slag.
- Remove all damaged paint down to bare metal. Repaint all affected areas.
- Install the bumper and align the bolt holes with the tank hinges.
- Push the headed pins back into position and replace the cotter pins on both sides.
- Install the hardware Ref. 3, 4, and 5 Figure 8. Tighten the bolts to 644 ft-lb (873 Nm).
PROCEDUR 9: (APPLIES TO KIT VVK02 ONLY)
- Run the 20’ split wire through the I-beam with the wire harness as shown. Loom the exposed wire and zip tie along the length of the wire harness. Ref. 10, Fig. 2.
- Drill 2X Ø5/32” (3.97 mm) holes in the locations shown and tap for 10-24 NC threads.
- Attach the 3 red light bar to the light bar tube using supplied 10-24 NC screws. 11, 12 Figure 9.
- Connect the wires from the 3 red light bar to the 20 ft (609.6 cm) length of split wire with butt connectors. Loom all exposed wires. Ref 9 and 10, Fig 9.
FIGURE1 Part s List | |||||
REF.
NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
QTY. | VVK02
QTY | VVK03
QTY |
1 | B125-5749 | FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP BRACKET WITH REFLECTOR | 2 | 0 | 2 |
2 | P-1473 | 1/4-20 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT | 4 | 0 | 4 |
3 | P-1472 | 1/4 ID FLAT WASHER | 4 | 0 | 4 |
4 | P-2782 | 1/4-20 NYLON LOCKNUT | 4 | 0 | 4 |
5 | P– 1054-0 | 100″ (2 .54 m) LENGTH DUAL CORE CONDUCTOR WIRE | 2 | 0 | 2 |
6 | P-2369-0 | 16-14 HEAT SEAL BUTT CONNECTOR BLUE | 4 | 0 | 4 |
7 | P– 1301-1 | ZIP TI E | 10 | 0 | 10 |
8 | P-2762-0 | 1/2″ SPLIT WIRE LOOM, 100″ (2.54 m) LENGTH | 2 | 0 | 2 |
FIGURE 2 Parts List | |||||
REF.
NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
QTY. | VVK02
QTY. | VVK03
QTY. |
1 | B125-5748 | FRONT CLEARANCE MARKER LAMP BRACKET | 1 | 0 | 1 |
2 | P-4190 | FRONT CLEARANCE MARKER LAMP (EXISTING ON | 1 | 0 | 1 |
3 | P-1473 | 1/4-20 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT | 2 | 0 | 2 |
4 | P-1472 | 1/4 ID FLAT WASHER | 2 | 0 | 2 |
5 | P-2782 | 1/4-20 NYLON LOCKNUT | 2 | 0 | 2 |
6 | P-1054-0 | 1′ (30.48 cm) LENGTH DUAL CORE CONDUCTOR WIRE | 1 | 0 | 1 |
7 | 135500217 | 12-10 HEAT SEAL BUTT CONNECTOR | 2 | 0 | 2 |
8 | P-2762-0 | 1/2″ SPLIT WIRE LOOM, 1′ (30.48 cm) LENGTH | 1 | 0 | 1 |
9 | P-2369-0 | 16-14 HEAT SEAL BUTT CONNECTOR BLUE | 2 | 0 | 2 |
FIGURE 3 Part s List | |||||
REF.
NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
OTY. | VVK02
OTY. | VVK03
OTY. |
1 | 135500175 | FRONT CLEARANCE MARKER LAMP BRACKET (ASSEMBLED) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
2 | P-1473 | 1/4-20 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT | 2 | 2 | 2 |
3 | P-1472 | 1/4 10 F LAT WASHER | 2 | 2 | 2 |
4 | P-2782 | 1/4-20 NYLON LOCKNUT | 2 | 2 | 2 |
5 | 135500217 | 12-10 HEAT SEAL BUTT CONNECTOR | 2 | 2 | 2 |
6 | P-2762 | 1/2″ SPLIT WIRE LOOM, 36″ (91.4 cm) LENGTH | 1 | 1 | 1 |
7 | P–2369 | 16-14 HEAT SEAL BUTT CONNECTOR BLUE | 2 | 2 | 2 |
8 | P-1054 | 20′ LENGTH (609.6 cm) LENGTH DUAL CORE CONDUCTOR WIRE | 0 | 0 | 1 |
FIGURE 4 Parts List | |||||
REF. NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
QTY. | VVK02
QTY. | VVK03
QTY. |
1 | P-0485 | 2″ (2.54 cm) WIDE, 25″ (63.5 cm) LONG | 2 | 0 | 2 |
2 | P-0485 | 2″ (2.5 cm) WIDE, 101 “(256.5 cm) LONG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
3 | P-0485 | 2″ (2.54 cm) WIDE, 142.5″ (362 cm) LONG | 1 | 0 | 1 |
FIGURE 5 Parts List | |||||
REF.
NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
QTY. | VVK02
QTY. | VVK03
QTY. |
1 | B125-5748 | REAR CORNER/SIDE CLEARANCE MARKER LAMP BRACKET | 2 | 0 | 2 |
2 | P-4189 | REAR CORNER/SIDE CLEARANCE MARKER
LAMP (EXISTING ON TRAILER) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
3 | P-1473 | 1/4-20 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT | 4 | 0 | 4 |
4 | P-1472 | 1/4 10 FLAT WASHER | 4 | 0 | 4 |
5 | P-2782 | 1/4-20 NYLON LOCKNUT | 4 | 0 | 4 |
6 | P-5730 | REAR SIDE MARKER REFLECTOR | 4 | 0 | 4 |
7 | P-1054-0 | 1′ (30.48 cm) LENGTH DUAL CORE CONDUCTOR WIRE | 2 | 0 | 2 |
8 | P-2369-0 | 16-14 HEAT SEAL BUTT CONNECTOR BLUE | 8 | 0 | 8 |
FIGURE 6 Parts List | |||||
REF. NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
OTY. | VVK02
OTY. | VVK03
OTY. |
1 | P-5783 | WHITE CONSPICUITY TAPE, 12″ LENGTH | 4 | 0 | 4 |
FIGURE 7 Parts List | |||||
REF.
NO. | PART NO . | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
OTY. | VVK02
OTY. | VVK03
OTY. |
1 | S400-5761 | REINF. Rr XMBR 800 HVY | 2 | 0 | 2 |
FIGURE 8 Parts List | |||||
REF.
NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
OTY. | VVK02
OTY. | VVK03
OTY. |
1 | SA-5729 | REAR EXTENSION | 1 | 0 | 1 |
A | SA-4471 | HEADED PIN (EXISTINGON TRAILER) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
3 | 135500218 | 1-8 X 6-1/2 HEX BOLT | 2 | 0 | 2 |
4 | P-3827 | 1 ID FLAT WASHER | 4 | 0 | 4 |
5 | P-2626 | 1-8 PREVAILINGTORQUE NUT | 2 | 0 | 2 |
FIGURE 9 Parts List | |||||
REF.
NO. | PART NO. | DESCRIPTION | VVK01
QTY. | VVK02
QTY. | VVK03
QTY. |
1 | P-0919 | 3 RED LIGHT BAR | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2 | P-1421 | 10-24 X 1/2 PHIL HEAD SCREW | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NHTSA SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 20V-204 and 20V-206
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
First Notice
Light Relocation, Reflector, Conspicuity Tape and Rear Extension Installation Kit (VVK00-0006)
Model: «Model»
This notice applies to your vehicle,
Serial No: «PRD_SRL»
Unit No: «PART_SRL»
June 5, 2020
VIA USPS CERTIFIED/REGISTERED MAIL
Dear «MODEL» Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the U.S. National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Vermeer has decided that a defect, that relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain model year 2012-2020 Vermeer
«MODEL» vacuum excavator trailers.
INADEQUATE LIGHTING, REFLECTORS AND CONSPICUTITY TAPE INADEQUATE REAR IMPACT PROTECTION
The lighting, side and rear reflectors and conspicuity tape do not meet US or Canada Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS/CMVSS) governmental regulation 108 for the Unites States, Canada and Mexico. The trailers may not have an extended lower chassis, reducing rear impact protection and does not meet US or Canada Federal Motor Vehicle Standard (FMVSS/CMVSS) governmental regulation 223 for the Unites States, Canada and Mexico.
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY POSSIBLE
When towing or parking the vacuum excavator on public roadways, a crash may occur resulting in death or serious injury resulting from a driver(s) of other vehicle(s) not seeing the vacuum excavator at night or during limited sunlight and strike the vacuum excavator. To reduce the potential of this occurring, vehicle lights will be relocated, additional reflectors and conspicuity tape are being added.
In the event of a rear impact crash, the other vehicle may travel under the rear of the vacuum excavator, increasing the risk of serious injury or death to someone in the other vehicle or to the towing vehicle occupants.
Property or equipment damage may also occur.
IMMEDIATE MACHINE MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED
VVK00-0006 has been created to provide the necessary parts and instructions to relocate the vehicle lights, add reflex reflectors, add conspicuity tape to the sides and rear, add reflect reflectors and add a rear chassis extension. This kit must be installed as soon as possible.
Please contact your authorized, independent Vermeer dealer immediately to arrange a mutually acceptable time and location to install VVK00-006 at no cost to you for labor or materials. The installation of each kit is estimated at VVK01 – 7 hours of labor, VVK02 – 2 hours
of labor, and VVK03 – 8 hours of labor. If the Vermeer dealer travels to the unit to install the kit, costs may be incurred by the owner. You must have your machine upgraded for these safety features.
Contact your local Vermeer Dealer:
«Service_Dealer_Name»
«Serv_Dealer_Add1» «Serv_Dealer_Add2»
«Serv_Dealer_City» «Serv_Dealer_St» «Serv_Dealer_Zip»
«SERV_DEALER_COUNTRY»
Telephone:
«Serv_Dealer_Phone»
According to our records, you currently own a Vermeer «MODEL» vacuum excavator trailer. The Model and Serial Number of the «MODEL» is shown at the top right of this letter. If you no longer own this unit, please notify the Product Safety Department at:
Toll Free: 800-829-0051, extension 7060
Telephone: 641-621-7060
E-mail: productsafety@vermeer.com
If possible, please provide the name and address of the new owner. Vermeer Corporation is assisting Vac-Tron with the administration of this campaign.
We regret any inconvenience these corrective measures may cause you. This required work is for safety of the safety of the towing vehicle driver and occupants as well as other traveling on public roadways or in the immediate are while being towed. We hope you agree the safety benefits surpass the inconvenience.
Very truly yours,
VAC-TRON EQUIPMENT, LLC
Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten (10) days.
If the authorized dealer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect without charge and within a reasonable time, contact Vermeer Product Safety by email at productsafety@vermeer
.com or by calling 800-829-0051 or 641-621-7060. You may also submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, D.C. 20590 or call the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-4249153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov
SEOCONTENT-START
MINI COMBO SERIES
Super Diesel Trailer
GDIERAL DIMDISIOMS AMO WEIGHTS-SKID:
Length: 14.75′ (4.5m) (573 Model)
16.4′ (5m) (873 Model)
Height: 82″ (208m)
Empty Weight: 6,855Ibs (3,109.4kg) (573 Model)
Empty Weight: 7,200Ibs (3,265.9kg) (873 Model)
Width: 93″ (236cm)
GDIERAL DIMENSIOMS & WEIGHTS-TRAILER:
Empty Weight: 7,635Ibs (3,463kg) (573 Model)
Empty Weight: 8,580Ibs (3,891.Bkg) (873 Model)
Length: 19.25′ (5.9m) (573 Model)
22.4′ (6 Sm) (873 Model)
Width: 93″ (236.2cm)
Height: 90″ (228.6cm)
Brake Type: Electric
Hitch Type: Pintle
GVWR: 14,000lbs (6,350kg) (573 Model)
GVWR: 20,000lbs (9,072kg) (873 Model)
ENGINE:
Horsepower: 83 hp (62kW) Yanmar diesel
Enclosure: Yes
Fuel Tank Capacity: 30gal (114L)
JETTER PUMP:
Water flow: 15gpm
Water Pressure: 2,000 psi
Jetter hose length: 300′ (91m)
Jetter hose diameter: 0.5” (1cm)
OPTIOMAL BOOM:
Pick up Hose: 4″ (10cm)
Reach: 15′ (5m)
Movement: 6-way
CVS FILTRATION HOUSING:
WATER TANK:
Water Tank Capacity 300gal (1,136L) (573 Model)
400gal (1,515L) (873 Model)
Number of Tanks: 2
High Pressure Pump Flow Rate: 15gpm (57 1pm)
High Pressure Pump: 2,000psi (140 bar)
High Pressure Hose Length: 300′ (91m) jetter
50′ (15m) high pressure
Low Water Shut Off: Yes
SPOILTAMK:
Spoil Tank Capacity 500gal (1,893L) (573 Model)
Spoil Tank Capacity 800gal (3,028L) (873 Model)
Door Type: Hydraulic
Tank Lift Type: Hydrau lic
VACUUM:
Type of Fi lters: Cartridge filter 0 .5 microns
Hose Length: 30′ (9m)
Hose Width: 3″ (8cm)
Optional 4″ (10cm)
Vacuum: 1,000cfm
Water Trap Capacity: 60gal (227L)
Suction Hose Storage: 30′ (9m)
CONTROL PANEL:
Controls: Curbside
Gauges: Analog
OPTIONAL ~1RONG ARM:
Reach: 15′ (5m)
The MC ground leve l filtrati o n housing also in corpora tes a
28″ (71.1cm) diameter cyclone, four-way va lve for reverse
pressure, and the largest silencer in the industry for quiet
performance. Patented.
7 SERIES HYDRAULIC CLAW DOOR:
No fuss, over center locking mechanism for positive lock and
unlock.
OPTIONAL BOOM:
Optional six-way hydra ulic boom max imizes job
performance by supporting the we ight of the vacuum
hose.
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36 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
VAC-TRON | MC 833 SDT | 2012-2020 |
VAC-TRON | MC 835 SDT | 2012-2020 |
VAC-TRON | MC 855 SDT | 2012-2020 |
VAC-TRON | MC 873 SDT | 2012-2020 |
11 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-20V206-3180.pdf 245.731KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-20V206-1469.PDF 215.486KB
Recall 573 Report- Amendment 1
RCLRPT-20V206-9094.PDF 215.655KB
Miscellaneous Document- Sales Literature
RMISC-20V206-3853.pdf 13178.486KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2020-2
RCLQRT-20V206-9606.PDF 211.142KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2020-4
RCLQRT-20V206-6713.PDF 211.331KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2020-3
RCLQRT-20V206-4281.PDF 211.24KB
Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-20V206-6256.pdf 213.253KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-20V206-1372.pdf 4416.266KB
Safety Bulletin
RCSB-20V206-7496.pdf 1088.526KB
Miscellaneous Document
RMISC-20V206-3533.pdf 406.691KB
Recalls Documents
- HIGH VISIBILITY TAPE FULL PRISM REFLECTIVE - The night reflective tape consists of numerous tiny prisms, large wide-angle reflection, close to 0 degrees of flat angle still has excellent reflective effect, better reflective performance. On the road, the night sticker improves recognition, reduces accidents, effectively protects people at intersections, turning safety
- PASTING OPERATION - Wipe, clean the spot you want to stick and dry it with a towel. Remove, peel off the back of the high reflective tape. Apply, align the sticker to the desired location and slowly apply from one side to the other. Press, press highly reflective tape for 10 seconds after applying
- MATERIAL- Reflective decals front made of reflective film, waterproof pit scratch wear-resistant, folding-resistant, can be easy to use for a long time. Self adhesive reflective tape back made of hot melt pressure sensitive adhesive, stick firmly, not easily fall off, not hurt the car paint
- SPECIFICATION - Night reflective tape size is 3x8cm, 1.18x3.15 inch. Available in 3 colours, yellow, silver and red reflective stickers. 12 sheets for each colour, 36 sheets in total. 36 pieces of night reflective tape are more, when you stick the wrong reflective sticker is not afraid to use enough. Small reflective stickers also weigh less and are lightweight
- USAGE - Waterproof reflective tape have many uses. Safety stickers are suitable for helmets, mailboxes, fences, backpacks, and clothing. Reflective stickers are also suitable for many vehicles. Such as cars, trucks, scooters, motorcycles, bicycles, trailers and golf carts, etc
- Enhance Safety: Our round safety reflectors provide enhanced visibility and safety for driveways, roads, and parking lots
- Easy Installation: With their user-friendly design, these reflectors can be easily installed on any surface without the need for professional assistance
- Superior Reflection: Our reflectors are designed to reflect light evenly and clearly, ensuring maximum visibility even in low-light conditions
- Waterproof and endurance: Made from high-quality materials, these reflectors are waterproof and can withstand various weather conditions, providing long-lasting performance
- Versatile Use: Ideal for use on driveways, pathways, fences, and more, these round safety reflectors can be used to mark boundaries, guide drivers, and prevent accidents
- [Enhanced Visibility]: MaxxHaul Reflectors provide instant visibility for vehicles, trailers, RVs, campers
, and hitch-mounted accessories like bike racks or cargo carriers. They ensure your vehicle can be seen from up to 100 feet away, enhancing safety during both day and night.
- [Versatile Installation Options]: Each reflector comes with pre-drilled mounting holes for secure, permanent installation. Alternatively, the self-adhesive backing allows for quick and easy placement on any flat surface without tools.
- [Compact and Durable Design]: Measuring 4-3/8" x 2", these oval reflectors are crafted from durable materials to withstand the elements. Their universal fit makes them suitable for a wide range of applications, from trailers to trucks and more.
- [DOT-Compliant for Safety]: This 8-pack includes 4 amber and 4 red reflectors, all of which meet DOT standards for vehicle reflectors. Designed for safety and compliance, these reflectors are perfect for ensuring visibility on the road.
- 【Budget Friendly Lighting Modified Solution】 NEEWER 43" (110cm) 5 in 1 Light Reflector provides a simpler and cheaper solution to manipulate the available lights in photography. This multi disc reflector is a lighting gear as an extra light source for camera shooting, suitable for studio, portrait, fashion and beauty shooting, photoshoots, product photography, food photography, filming, live streaming, and other professional photography and videography
- 【5 Colors in 1 Reflector】 Designed with 1 panel and 1 zipper cover for changing in 4 colors, this light reflective board enables you to choose the proper color to bounce the wanted light to the subject or scene. Translucent surface for softening, silver for direct reflection and specular light, black to block out stray light, gold for cold shadows fill and warmer look to the skin, and white for subtle and diffused fill. Get the light you want, and save your time on post production
- 【Collapsible for Convenient Storage】 The light diffuser reflector is collapsible for easy storage and portable with the included bag, ideal for outdoor travel photography and on location shoots
- 【High Quality Made】 Made of industrial grade material, this outdoor diffuser effectively helps you with photography lighting while providing long time use
- 【Easy to Use】 Easy to hand hold or hang it via the reflector holder clip grip, backdrop stand, background crossbar grip, etc.
- Highly visible: The top of the driveway markers has a 4-inch diameter double-sided reflector and an 8-inch reflective tape wrapped around the post body, making it easy to see from any direction when the headlights are on. Guide you to enter and exit the garage more safely. In winter, driveway reflectors can prevent your yard from being damaged by Snowplow
- Easy to Install: 10PCS 48 "x 1/4" fiberglass driveway reflectors are smooth and burr free, with a tapered end and a pointed bottom design, making the pile easy to install. The snow stakes pole adopts a three section design, which is more convenient for storage and carrying
- High quality: driveway pile made of glass fiber through pultrusion process. The driveway reflectors on poles is light in weight, but high in strength and toughness, and can be used in ambient temperatures of - 22 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit
- Flexibility: The snow stakes driveway markers has high tensile resistance and is not easy to break. It always recovers quickly after bending without causing any damage
- Timely service: if you have any questions about reflective driveway markers, please feedback us
- Package Contents: each pack contains 16 circular reflectors, the color is red, the quantity is sufficient, the color is prominent enough to meet your usage needs
- Easy to Install: there is a mounting hole in the center of the reflector for screw mounting (screw not included), it can be quickly and easily installed on any flat surface, ensuring it can fit and easy removal or keep the wall dry and clean, tear off the adhesive backing protective film, stick the reflector in place for 24 hours
- Wide Range of Uses: reflectors have a wide range of applications in daily life, suitable for trailers, RVs, campers
and other vehicles as well as boats, agricultural machinery, mailboxes, driveway property marking posts, stakes, houses, walls, Doors, bicycles, motorcycles, etc., suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Quality Material: made of highly reflective, reliable and durable plastic material, with waterproof performance, good waterproof sealing, preventing water droplets from seeping into the interior, and long service life, these reflectors have strong reflective properties, which increases safety and visibility sex, each reflector is 6 cm/ 2.36 inches in diameter
- What the Product Does: the safety reflector provides visibility and signal, in the dark, when the light hits, the reflector has a bright and clear reflection; you can see your lane more clearly at night or in any weather for safe driving, ideal for marking driveways and curbs for snow removal
- 🪞【What You Get】:You will get 45pcs Round Front Reflector Tool Set. This package contains 15pcs round reflectors, a total of 3 colors --white, red and yellow, 5 pieces of each color, along with 30pcs mounting nuts and bolts, sufficient quantities can meet your use and replacement needs. And the outstanding colors can make it clearly.
- 🪞【Premium Quality】:Made of highly reflective and reliable plastic material, they are waterproof and anti-aging, good sealing, prevent water drops from penetrating inside, has long service life, more cost-effective. Fine workmanship, bright and eye-catching, good reflective effect, increased visibility in the dark environment and driving safety.
- 🪞【Easy Installation】: First drill a hole on the surface of the object to be installed, then insert the bolt into the center of the reflector and fix it with a nut. It can be quickly and easily installed on any flat surface and is easy to remove. Keep the wall dry and clean before installation, peel off the adhesive backing protection film and stick the reflector in place.
- 🪞【Various Colors】:There are three colors for you to choose, white, red and yellow, 5 of each color, with diameter of 80mm-3inch , the bright color can quickly attract attention. When there is light in the dark environment, the reflector will produce a clear reflection, reflecting light evenly, not blinding, to provide safety and security for night driving.
- 🪞【Wide Application】: Reflectors have a wide range of applications in daily life for trailers, trucks and other vehicles, as well as boats, mailboxes, stakes, houses, walls, gates, bicycles, motorcycles, etc. They are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, helping you see your driveway more clearly at night or in any weather, adding visibility and safety to night driving.
- HIGHLY REFLECTIVE:High-performance diamond strength reflective stickers made of 3m dg3, utilize full prism reflector technology. They provide excellent visibility during nighttime and low-light conditions, enhancing the safety and recognition of vehicles, signs, and equipment. Make objects easier to be noticed in the dark or at night, reducing the occurrence of accidents.
- WEATHER-RESISTANT & WATERPROOF: Works well for outdoor tasks in the rain. High durability, long-lasting colorfastness, and sturdy materials that are resistant to wear and tear, ensuring long-term endurance.
- EASY TO OPERATE: Strong back adhesive, excellent adhesion, making installation very convenient. First, clean the surface with an alcohol wipe and let it dry. Then peel off the protective film of the reflective sticker and slowly apply it from one side to the other, depending on the desired surface location. Press firmly after pasting to ensure a secure attachment. Avoid washing the area within 24 hours.
- WIDE USAGE: Used on personal equipment such as clothing, shoes, hats, etc ; on vehicles such as cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trucks, etc; as safety signs, such as emergency exit signs, evacuation route markers, fire equipment signs, etc.
- YOU RECEIVED:20 Pcs Reflective Stickers Made of 3M DG3, Fluorescent Yellow-Green Outdoor Waterproof 3.15" X 1.18" + Two alcohol cleaning wipe.
- 【High-visibility red and white design】: Our reflective tape is designed with bright, eye-catching colors that stand out and clearly indicate hazardous areas, increasing safety awareness.
- 【Strong adhesion】: Our reflective sticker has a strong adhesive that will stick to any surface, metal, wood, plastic and nylon. Most people use it for automotive paint, walls, posts, signs, mailboxes, electrical/power poles, or any application where bright reflective safety tape is needed.
- 【Easy to apply and remove】: Our reflective tape can be removed quickly without leaving any residue compared to their counterparts. Our safety warning tape is easy to apply. So you can easily replace or move the tape as needed.
- 【Durable and long-lasting】: Our reflector tape is made with non-fading ink and are durable enough to withstand harsh weather conditions such as extreme cold and heat. This DOT-C2 tape dot ensures that your safety message is visible for a long time.Our reflective tape outdoor waterproof function also equipped.
- 【Multiple applications】: Our reflector tape can be used in various settings, such as construction sites, warehouses, factories, and other public areas, providing a clear warning, directing traffic, and promoting safety. Our trailer reflective tape measures 2 inches by 30 feet and provides a cost effective safety solution for your needs.
- Provides Visibility: in the dark, the bright reflector has a clear reflection when light lays it on, which is a helpful accessory for trailers, trucks, campers
, cargo carts and other vehicles
- Easy to Mount: a central mounting hole is on the safety reflectors (screws are not included), ensuring a solid installation and easy to disassemble when it is needed
- Waterproof Material: the highly reflective and reliable plastic material is adopted, featuring waterproof and good sealing, and preventing water drips from penetrating inside so that it has a lasting period for using
- Safety Reflector: reflectors have a wide application in daily life, including vehicles, mailboxes, trash cans, posts, wooden piles, houses, walls, gates and so on, giving a cue signal so that it provides safety for the driver at night; The reflected light is uniform and not dazzling
- Adequate Quantity: you will receive 10 driveways reflectors, sufficient quantity to meet your daily needs, you can also share with family members and friends to use
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