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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 25V500000

2020 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2022 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2023 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

Published August 5, 2025 · Recall initiated: August 4, 2025

Summary

NHTSA records recall 25V500000, published August 5, 2025 and initiated August 4, 2025. Recalling firm: The Heil Co.; 2020 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2022 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2023 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery.

What's the hazard

The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Side Loader garbage trucks. The battery support bracket may break and damage the battery case, possibly resulting in a battery rupture.

What to do

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Heil will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Heil customer service at 1-866-275-4345.

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Recall details

Brand
HEIL
Model
SIDE LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK
Manufacturer
The Heil Co.
Lot
2020 HEIL SIDE LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK | 2021 HEIL SIDE LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK | 2022 HEIL SIDE LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK | 2023 HEIL SIDE LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2020 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2021 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2022 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck | 2023 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V500000 on August 5, 2025. Reported hazard: The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Side Loader garbage trucks. The battery support bracket may break and damage the battery case, possibly resulting in a battery rupture.

What should I do if I have this product?

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Heil will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Heil customer service at 1-866-275-4345.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HEIL. Model: SIDE LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)