The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V497000·Announced 2026-07-30

Wanco Recalls Compact Light Towers Due to Fuel Tank Leak Risk

Wanco is recalling 2025-2026 Compact Light Towers because the diesel fuel tank may crack and leak, 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 fuel leak that increases the risk of fire, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or structural defects leading to severe hazards.

Plain-English summary

Wanco, Inc. is recalling certain 2025-2026 Compact Light Towers with part number WLTT. The recall addresses a defect where the diesel fuel tank may crack and leak fuel.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. No specific injuries or incidents are reported in the source text.

Wanco Inc. or dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on August 10, 2026. Owners may contact Wanco customer service at 1-800-972-0755.

The recalled product

Product
WANCO COMPACT LIGHT TOWER
Brand
WANCO
Manufacturer
Wanco, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Light Tower
Hazard
Affected units
1,129

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 (1)

  • COMPACT LIGHT TOWER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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