NHTSA Campaign 26V535000

EQUIPMENT

Issued by The Heil Co. · Reported Aug 17, 2026 · 654 vehicles affected

What's wrong

The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2016-2026 front loader garbage trucks equipped with replacement CNG tailgate ladder kits. An incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs, allowing the bolt to contact and damage the CNG cylinders.

Consequence

A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Heil will replace the ladder bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed 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 .

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2016 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2017 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2018 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2019 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2020 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2021 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2022 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2023 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2024 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2025 654
HEIL FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE 2026 654

Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V535000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.