HEIL Front End Loader Garbage Truck Recall
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The Heil Co. is recalling certain 2016-2026 HEIL front loader garbage trucks due to an incorrect bolt that may damage CNG cylinders.
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 2016-2026 front loader garbage trucks equipped with replacement CNG tailgate ladder kits. An incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs, allowing the bolt to contact and damage the CNG cylinders.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall affects 2016-2026 HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE trucks (model years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026). A total of 7,194 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V535000 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: 26V535000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls)
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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