NHTSA Campaign 25V525000
EQUIPMENT
Issued by The Heil Co. · Reported Aug 12, 2025 · 1,360 vehicles affected
What's wrong
The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2018-2020 front end loader garbage trucks. Excessive vibrations may cause the front head hydraulic tubes to leak.
Consequence
A hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Heil will install stabilizing clamps, new hydraulic tubes, and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEIL | FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE | 2018 | 1,360 |
| HEIL | FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE | 2019 | 1,360 |
| HEIL | FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE | 2020 | 1,360 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 25V525000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.