2020–2023 Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 25V500000 · 5 units potentially affected · filed Aug 4, 2025
🔥 NHTSA consumer advisory: Park outside and away from structures until repaired.
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A battery rupture increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V500000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- The Heil Co.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Units affected
- 5
- Report received
- Aug 4, 2025
- Owner letters
- Aug 11, 2025
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023