EquipmentRecall 25V-524 · 2021–2022 Heil Front END Loader Garbage
The Heil Co. recall 25V-524 covers 408 2021–2022 Heil Front END Loader Garbage for a equipment problem, reported to NHTSA on August 12, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V524000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2021-2022 front end loader garbage trucks. The vertical welds on the automatic front loader (AFL) arm may be missing, causing the arm to crack and fall.
The risk
A falling arm increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Heil will inspect and repair or replace the AFL arm as necessary, free of charge. All affected trucks were repaired by July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 11, 2021 to August 29, 2022. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.