Heil recall: Structure
What is wrong
Heil is recalling certain 2004 through 2010 durapack and multipack refuse collection vehicle automated side loaders with python lifts utilizing programmable logic control (plc) to activate grabber close and lift functions. Carbon can build up on internal relays within the plc and this can cause a bridging or inadvertent circuit completion due to vibration.
What could happen
Should this happen, the arm can lift or grab without operator inputs, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash or injuries to persons outside the vehicle.
The fix
Heil will notify owners and dealers will install a retrofit kit to repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on march 4, 2011. Owners may contact heil customer support toll free at 1-866-275-4345.
Vehicles covered
- Heil Durapack Python 2004–2010
- Heil Multipack 2004–2010
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 10V590000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Heil Environmental
- Reported to NHTSA
- Nov 22, 2010
- Owners notified
- Mar 4, 2011
- Vehicles or items affected
- 2,201
- Started by
- NHTSA investigation
- Built
- –
- Part
- Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Hinge and attachments
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.