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NHTSA Recall 23V287000: Structure

Shred-Tech Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Shred-Tech MDS-4-33.

14
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (May 1)
NHTSA campaign23V287000
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedApril 21, 2023
Owner notificationMay 1, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Shred-Tech Corporation (Shred-Tech) is recalling certain 2021-2023 MDS-4-33 shredding trucks. Shredded paper may accumulate in the space between the cutting knives and the bulkhead wall.

Safety risk

The accumulation of excess shredded paper can compress and overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Shred-Tech will install a new bulkhead wall, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed out beginning May 1, 2023. Owners may contact Shred-Tech customer service at 1-800-465-3214.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V287000

Make and modelModel years
Shred-Tech MDS-4-332021, 2022, 2023

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.