The worst 2021 Mcneilus Zero Radius problems
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Recalls 2
Equipment: mechanical
- What is wrong
- McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2015-2024 Zero Radius refuse trucks. The side loader arm may not be properly secured, resulting in unexpected movement while driving.
- Risk
- A side loader arm that unexpectedly extends out from the vehicle body while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- McNeilus will provide new latch assemblies, free of charge. In addition, a McNeilus technician will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2024. Owners may contact McNeilus' customer service at 1‑888‑686‑7278.
Recall number 24V632000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Zero Radius trucks. The ejector welds may fail, causing pressure and force to be placed on the hydraulic cylinder, which can cause it to penetrate through the side of the truck body.
- Risk
- A hydraulic cylinder that penetrates the side of a truck body increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- McNeilus will either send service representatives to repair affected vehicles or ship parts to customers, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 21, 2022. Owners may contact McNeilus' customer service at 1‑888‑686‑7278.
Recall number 22V716000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Mcneilus Zero Radius 17
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. offers these instructions for the Zero Radius (ZR) 3.0 speed...
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing provides these instructions for the installation of new bushings for the...
- This bulletin instructs how to replace the Zero Radius™ (ZR) grabber carriage motor bolts with new bolts...
- The McNeilus Body Control software on Zero Radius (ZR) side loaders has been updated to support the...
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the Bob...
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the Bob...
- Instructions for the ZR speed limiter software update.
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for programming the 5” IFM display CR1058...
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for programming the 7” IFM display CR1083...
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for the programming installation for the Deep...
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Is the 2021 Mcneilus Zero Radius reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2021 Mcneilus Zero Radius.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Mcneilus Zero Radius?
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How many recalls does the 2021 Mcneilus Zero Radius have?
2 recalls, covering equipment.
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