The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26E057000·Announced 2026-08-17

Heil Recalls CNG Tailgate Ladder Kits Due to Fire Risk

The Heil Co. is recalling CNG tailgate ladder kits where an incorrect bolt may damage fuel cylinders, increasing fire risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (incorrect bolt) that can lead to fuel leakage and fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

The Heil Co. is recalling certain Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) tailgate ladder kits sold as replacement parts. These kits are installed only on Heil CNG front loader vehicles. The recall is due to a defect where an incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs.

This defect allows the ladder leg to contact and damage the CNG cylinders. A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, which increases the risk of a fire. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text.

Heil will replace the ladder bracket free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 8, 2026. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345. Heil's number for this recall is SN-26-001.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
The Heil Co.
Category
Vehicle — Replacement Parts
Hazard
Affected units
58

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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