Recall 10V076000: HEIL COMPANY

Report received

Mar 3, 2010

Manufacturer

HEIL COMPANY

Potentially affected

522vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Heil is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 rapid rail and cp python bodies garbage trucks with bolt-on rear hinge assemblies. Affected bodies are those which have a bolt on rear hinge assembly but do not have structural gussets to reinforce the z-plate. Cracking can occur in the z-plate area and a failure can result when the body is in the raised position during waste unloading procedures.

Possible consequence

The body can become unstable when raised during dumping operations and cause the truck to roll over on its side increasing the risk of injuries.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and install the bolt on hinge kit free of charge. The safety recall began on march 10, 2010. Owners may contact heil at 866-275-4345.