2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to exterior lighting and rear impact protection in recall data. There are no reported consumer complaints available for this vehicle.
There are six recalls affecting various systems, primarily exterior lighting and structural safety components. These recalls address visibility defects and rear impact protection risks common across multiple model years and versions within the same product line.
Recalls- Exterior Lighting (NHTSA 20V290000) Twenty-one vehicles from 2016-2020 were recalled due to improperly positioned front clearance lamps and insufficient conspicuity tape on sides and rear. The trailers may also lack required reflex reflectors, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Remedy kits are installed free of charge by Vermeer dealers. Recall began July 14, 2020.
- Exterior Lighting (NHTSA 20V289000) One hundred ten units from 2016-2020 have the same lighting defects as above. Improper lamp placement and inadequate reflective materials increase crash risk in low visibility conditions. Vermeer dealers provide free remedy kits. Recall began July 14, 2020.
- Structure: Body Bumpers (NHTSA 20V293000) Twenty-one trailers from 2016-2020 have rear extremities that extend beyond the trailer frame, lowering impact protection. This allows another vehicle to slide under the trailer during a rear collision, risking serious injury or death. Remedy kits will be installed at no charge. Recall started July 14, 2020.
- Structure (NHTSA 20V293000) The same group of twenty-one trailers share the rear extremity defect noted above, violating Federal safety standards on rear impact protection. The fix involves free installation of remedy kits by authorized dealers. Recall effective July 14, 2020.
- Structure (NHTSA 20V292000) One hundred ten vehicles from 2016-2020 were recalled for the rear extremity extension defect, increasing the risk of severe injuries in rear-end crashes. Dealers will install required remedy kits free of charge. Recall began July 14, 2020.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, unresolved safety defects, or ongoing recall issues for the 2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a consumer protection attorney can help clarify available options.
2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT Summary
2017
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
262
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT
21 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC (Vac-Tron), a subsidiary of Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer), is recalling certain 2016-2020 CS873GT, CV1273GT, LP1273XDT, CS1270GT, CS1273GT, CS870GT, and CS1273SGT Vacuum Excavator trailers. The rear most extremity extends too far beyond the rear of the trailer frame, reducing impact protection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
Risk: 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.
2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT
110 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC. (Vac-Tron), a subsidiary of Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer), is recalling certain 2016-2020 Vac-Tron CS500DT, CS570GT, CS573GT, CS1270GT, CS1270SGT, CS1273GT and CS800DT Vacuum Excavator trailers. The front clearance lamps may be positioned improperly and an insufficient amount of conspicuity tape may have been applied on the sides and rear. The trailers may also may also lack side or rear reflex reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Due to the improper position of the lamps, insufficient reflective tape, and lack of reflectors, the vacuum excavator trailer may not be sufficiently visible during low visibility conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT
21 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC. (Vac-Tron), a subsidiary of Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer), is recalling certain 2016-2020 CS1273GT, CS870GT, CS1270GT, CS873GT, CV1273GT, CV1273SGT and LP1273XDT Vacuum Excavator trailers. The front clearance lamps may be positioned improperly and an insufficient amount of conspicuity tape may have been applied on the sides and rear. The trailers may also may also lack side or rear reflex reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Due to the improper position of the lamps, insufficient reflective tape, and lack of reflectors, the vacuum excavator trailer may not be sufficiently visible during low visibility conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 VAC-TRON CS 1273 GT
110 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE
Vac-Tron Equipment, LLC (Vac-Tron), a subsidiary of Vermeer Manufacturing Company (Vermeer), is recalling certain 2016-2020 CS500DT, CS570GT, CS573GT, CS800DT, CS800GT, CS1270GT, CS1270SGT, and CS1273GT Vacuum Excavator trailers. The rear most extremity extends too far beyond the rear of the trailer frame, reducing impact protection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
Risk: 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.