The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V535000·Announced 2026-08-17

Heil Recalls Front Loader Garbage Trucks Due to CNG Ladder Bolt Defect

Heil is recalling 2016-2026 front loader garbage trucks with specific CNG ladder kits because an incorrect bolt may damage CNG 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 defect in a vehicle that can lead to fuel leaks and fire, meeting the rubric criteria for 'structural vehicle defect' or 'significant injury/property-damage reports' (fire risk).

Plain-English summary

The Heil Co. is recalling certain 2016-2026 front loader garbage trucks equipped with replacement CNG tailgate ladder kits. The recall addresses a defect where an incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs.

This defect allows the bolt to contact and damage the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) cylinders. A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, which increases the risk of a fire.

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
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE
Brand
HEIL
Manufacturer
The Heil Co.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
654

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)

  • FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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