NHTSA Recall 24V632000
Filed by McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.. Component: Equipment. Reported 2024-08-22. An estimated 4,300 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.