Recall 19V751000

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Report Date
20191018
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Affected Vehicles
5 models

Defect Description

Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC is recalling certain 2015-2019 LP873SDT Heavy trailers. The trailer may sway while being towed.

Safety Consequence

Trailer sway can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Vac-Tron will notify owners and dealers will move the trailer axles back 15 inches and modify the rear light wiring, repaint and reapply conspicuity tape that may have been damaged by moving the axles. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Vac-Tron customer service at 1-352-728-2222.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2015 VAC-TRON LP 873 SD
2016 VAC-TRON LP 873 SD
2017 VAC-TRON LP 873 SD
2018 VAC-TRON LP 873 SD
2019 VAC-TRON LP 873 SD

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.