Heil recall: Equipment

What is wrong

The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain CNG tailgate ladder kits sold as replacement parts, installed on Heil CNG front loader vehicles only. An incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs, allowing it to contact and damage the CNG cylinders.

What could happen

A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Heil will replace the ladder bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2026. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345. Heil's number for this recall is SN-26-001.

Vehicles covered

• Heil Cng Tailgate Ladder

Facts

NHTSA recall number

26E057000

Type

Equipment

Filed by

The Heil Co.

Reported to NHTSA

Aug 17, 2026

Owners notified

Sep 25, 2026

Vehicles or items affected

58

Started by

NHTSA investigation

Built

Jan 1, 2017 to Aug 4, 2026

Part

Equipment

Maker's own recall number

SN-26-001

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.