VERMEER 2021 VERMEER VACUUM EXCAVATOR Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 VERMEER VACUUM EXCAVATOR
Brand
VERMEER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain 2021 VERMEER VACUUM EXCAVATOR vehicles due to exterior lighting issues. Without the proper reflective equipment, the vacuum excavators may not be visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Without the proper reflective equipment, the vacuum excavators may not be visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will install a field remedy kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 11, 2021. Owners may contact Vermeer's customer service at 1-800-829-0051 ext. 7060. Vermeer's number for this recall is VMV0013.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026