Heil CNG Tailgate Ladder Recall
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The Heil Co. is recalling 58 CNG tailgate ladder kits due to an incorrect bolt that may damage CNG cylinders and increase fire risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 25, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain CNG tailgate ladder kits sold as replacement parts, installed on Heil CNG front loader vehicles only. An incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs, allowing it to contact and damage the CNG cylinders.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall affects 58 units of the HEIL CNG TAILGATE LADDER (Model Year 9999). The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26E057000 and Heil's recall number is SN-26-001.
What You Should Do
Heil will replace the ladder bracket free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345.
Why This Matters
A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26E057000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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