NHTSA Recall 25V524000: Equipment
The Heil Co. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 408 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 Heil Front End Loader Garbage.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V524000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 12, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2021-2022 front end loader garbage trucks. The vertical welds on the automatic front loader (AFL) arm may be missing, causing the arm to crack and fall.
Safety risk
A falling arm increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Heil will inspect and repair or replace the AFL arm as necessary, free of charge. All affected trucks were repaired by July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V524000
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.