NHTSA Campaign 25E025000

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Issued by Hiab USA Inc. · Reported Apr 9, 2025 · 217 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Hiab USA Inc. (Hiab) is recalling certain Waltco ZS-MK2 series lift gates, with model numbers ZS-MK2-STD 2000-155 12V and ZS-MK2-SLI 2000-155 12V. The cylinder pin in the slide liftgate may be insufficiently lubricated, which can cause the pin to seize, resulting in lift gate failure.

Consequence

A lift gate that fails during operation increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Hiab will replace the lift gate cylinder pins, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2025. Owners may contact Hiab customer service at 1-330-630-7755.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
WALTCO SLIDE LIFTGATE 217

Source: NHTSA Campaign 25E025000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.