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Recalls 2
Equipment
- What is 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.
- Risk
- 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 were September 25, 2026. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1‑866‑275‑4345. Heil's number for this recall is SN-26-001.
Recall number 26V535000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 25V525000 · Recall details
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Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Heil Front End Loader Garbage 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Service Advisory reminding users of the proper CNG fitting assembly methods.
- This Service Bulletin provides instructions on how to perform the required update of the Cortex...
- Certain Heil Half/Pack® and Half/Pack® (featuring Odyssey® Controls) units manufactured between October 1,...
- Certain Half/Pack and Half/Pack® (featuring Odyssey® Controls) units with a published ship date between...
- Starting August 1, 2020, to ensure the highest hydraulic hose reliability, pump-to-filter and...
- Starting August 1, 2020, to ensure the highest hydraulic hose reliability, pump-to-filter and...
- This Service Bulletin addresses mandatory Cortex Controller™ program updates for certain 20 YD Commercial...
- Also see SB-18-300 for the original notification of this issue
- Heil has identified the potential for a weld defect on Heil® DuraPack® Front End Loaders, DuraPack®...
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How many recalls does the 2018 Heil Front End Loader Garbage have?
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