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.