Heil Recall 26V535000: Equipment

NHTSA recall 26V535000 · announced August 17, 2026 · filed by The Heil Co. · 654 units affected

The problem

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.

The risk

A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Heil will replace the ladder bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were September 25, 2026. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345. Heil's number for this recall is SN-26-001.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2016 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2017 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2018 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2019 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2020 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2021 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2022 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2023 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2024 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2025 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
• 2026 Heil Front End Loader Garbage

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.