NHTSAGeneral Alert
The Heil Co. - Hydraulic Fluid Leak May Cause a Fire
Published: August 12, 2025Recall ID: 25V525000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Hydraulic Fluid Leak May Cause a Fire
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Hydraulic Fluid Leak May Cause a Fire |
| Nhtsa id | 25V525000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V525000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | The Heil Co. |
| 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. |
| Completion rate | 63.43 |
| 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. |
| Consequence summary | 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. |
| Potentially affected | 1360 |
| Report received date | 2025-08-12T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |