NHTSA Recall 26V502000: Solar panel (equipment) and critical fasteners (structure)
Alamo Group Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 110 vehicles. It affects 2022–2026 Royal Truck & Equipment Traffic Control Vehicle.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V502000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › ACCESSORY GENERATOR › SOLAR PANEL; STRUCTURE › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | July 31, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 29, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Alamo Group, Inc. (Royal Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Royal Truck & Equipment Class 2 Traffic Control trucks equipped with a Wanco sign board. The solar panel screws may loosen, resulting in a partial detachment.
Safety risk
A dangling or completely disengaged solar panel may hit other vehicles or pedestrians, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Royal Truck will provide instructions on how to remove the self-tapping screws and replace with rivets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Royal Truck's customer service at 866-975-0212.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V502000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Royal Truck & Equipment Traffic Control Vehicle | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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.