Hydraulic fluid leak may cause a fire
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 25V525000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V525000?
NHTSA recall 25V525000 was issued by The Heil Co. on August 12, 2025. It addresses: Hydraulic fluid leak may cause a fire. The recall affects approximately 1,360 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized The Heil Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V525000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.