How many recalls does the 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck have?

The 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 5 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 25V500000 2025-08-04 5 affected

Defect

The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Side Loader garbage trucks. The battery support bracket may break and damage the battery case, possibly resulting in a battery rupture.

Consequence

A battery rupture increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Heil will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Heil customer service at 1-866-275-4345.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.