The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·25V008000·Announced 2025-01-14

Palfinger Recalls 2017-2025 Forklifts Due to Incorrect Rear Marker Light Location

Palfinger is recalling 2017-2025 GLS 55 and FHS 55 forklifts because rear marker lights are installed in the wrong location, reducing visibility.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (reduced visibility increasing crash risk) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Palfinger, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2025 FHS 55 and GLS 55 forklift vehicles. The recall involves 2,149 units where the outer rear marker lights were installed in the incorrect location. This defect causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Incorrectly positioned lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Dealers will install a steel plate and relocate the lights free of charge. Owners may contact Palfinger customer service at 1-712-256-9347 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PALFINGER GLS 55 FORKLIFT, FHS 55 FORKLIFT
Brand
PALFINGER
Manufacturer
Palfinger, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Forklift
Hazard
Affected units
2,149

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • GLS 55 FORKLIFT
  • FHS 55 FORKLIFT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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