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NHTSA Recall 25V525000: Equipment

The Heil Co. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,360 vehicles. It affects 2018–2020 Heil Front End Loader Garbage.

1,360
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (October 30)
NHTSA campaign25V525000
ComponentEQUIPMENT
Report receivedAugust 12, 2025
Owner notificationOctober 30, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2018-2020 front end loader garbage trucks. Excessive vibrations may cause the front head hydraulic tubes to leak.

Safety risk

A hydraulic fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Heil will install stabilizing clamps, new hydraulic tubes, and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V525000

Make and modelModel years
Heil Front End Loader Garbage2018, 2019, 2020

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.