2011 Mcneilus ZR Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2011 Mcneilus ZR problems

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EquipmentReported August 21, 2015 · 809 vehicles affected

What is wrong: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Zero Radius (ZR) Side-Loader Refuse Trucks, model 48, manufactured January 1, 2010, to April 10, 2015. The affected trucks are equipped with an air actuated transit arm latch that may loosen over time, causing the transit arm latch to unintentionally release, allowing the arm to extend beyond the overall width of the vehicle.
Risk: If the latch arm unexpectedly extends from the side of the vehicle, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy: McNeilus will notify owners, and fleet service technicians will install a new a chain style transit arm latch that will keep the arm from drifting, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1‑888‑686‑7278. McNeilus' number for this recall is VSR-TSB-008.

Recall number 15V536000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lightsReported May 22, 2012 · 270 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Mcneilus is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 zr trucks, manufactured from april 26, 2010, through may 1, 2012 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108 lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. the hazard warning lamps do not work when the ignition is in the off position.
Risk: Inadequate lighting could reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the potential for a crash.
Remedy: Mcneilus will notify owners, and mcneilus service technicians will connect the hazard warning lights directly to the vehicles power supply, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in early june 2012. Owners may contact mcneilus at 507‑374‑6321.

Recall number 12V236000 · Recall details

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Is the 2011 Mcneilus ZR reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2011 Mcneilus ZR.

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How many recalls does the 2011 Mcneilus ZR have?

2 recalls, covering equipment and exterior lighting.

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