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2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

2 recalls — 0 complaints — 7 TSBs

24V632000 Aug 22, 2024
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Defect Description
McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2015-2024 Zero Radius refuse trucks. The side loader arm may not be properly secured, resulting in unexpected movement while driving.
Consequence
A side loader arm that unexpectedly extends out from the vehicle body while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
McNeilus will provide new latch assemblies, free of charge. In addition, a McNeilus technician will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2024. Owners may contact McNeilus' customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
4,300 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.
22V716000 Sep 23, 2022
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Zero Radius trucks. The ejector welds may fail, causing pressure and force to be placed on the hydraulic cylinder, which can cause it to penetrate through the side of the truck body.
Consequence
A hydraulic cylinder that penetrates the side of a truck body increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
McNeilus will either send service representatives to repair affected vehicles or ship parts to customers, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 21, 2022. Owners may contact McNeilus' customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
1,140 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

7 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY3
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE2
350000 EQUIPMENT1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
MISC-TSIB-081 Mar 14, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
According to an amended ruling in the visual inspection labeling requirement in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 304, the periodic inspection interval for compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel containers has been modified to
MISC-TSIB-081 Mar 14, 2024
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
According to an amended ruling in the visual inspection labeling requirement in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 304, the periodic inspection interval for compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel containers has been modified to
ZR-TSIB-015 Jun 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for the installation of a hydraulic reservoir breather upgrade kit to reduce oil leakage in in-body hydraulic reservoirs and frame mounted hydraulic reservoirs on Zero Radius (ZR)
MISC-TSIB-081 Mar 14, 2023
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
According to an amended ruling in the visual inspection labeling requirement in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 304, the periodic inspection interval for compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel containers has been modified to
MISC-TSIB-079 Sep 27, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing provides these instructions for installing a hydraulic reservoir cork gasket. The installation of this gasket will repair leaks coming from the gasket between the in-tank filter and the reservoir.
WM-TSIB-022 Sep 1, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for the installation (retrofit installation) of a streetside panel/door on the tailgate in an effort to reduce trash buildup behind the CNG cover. This is for Zero Radius trucks w
WM-TSIB-022 Sep 1, 2022
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for the installation (retrofit installation) of a streetside panel/door on the tailgate in an effort to reduce trash buildup behind the CNG cover. This is for Zero Radius trucks w

MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS across all model years (2013–2024).

20 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2024 2 0 View
2023 2 0 View
2022 2 0 View
2021 (current) 2 0
2020 1 0 View
2019 1 0 View
2018 2 0 View
2017 2 0 View
2016 2 0 View
2015 2 0 View
2014 1 0 View
2013 1 0 View

Other MCNEILUS Models

Model Recalls Complaints
BRIDGEMASTER V MIXER 43 0 View
STANDARD MIXER 39 0 View
BRIDGEMASTER 37 0 View
REAR LOADER 24 0 View
ATLANTIC FRONT LOADER 22 0 View
CONTENDER FRONT LOADER 15 0 View
VOLTERRA ZSL 15 0 View
ZR 12 0 View