Heil Rapid Rail 2009
Model Rapid Rail made in 2009 by Heil got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning equipment .
Model 2009
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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10V076000 | HEIL COMPANY | from 08/02/2006 to 07/22/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 522 | 03/10/2010 | MFR | HEIL COMPANY | 03/03/2010 | 03/03/2010 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Heil is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 rapid rail and cp python bodies garbage trucks with bolt-on rear hinge assemblies. affected bodies are those which have a bolt on rear hinge assembly but do not have structural gussets to reinforce the z-plate. cracking can occur in the z-plate area and a failure can result when the body is in the raised position during waste unloading procedures. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | The body can become unstable when raised during dumping operations and cause the truck to roll over on its side increasing the risk of injuries. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and install the bolt on hinge kit free of charge. the safety recall began on march 10, 2010. owners may contact heil at 866-275-4345. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Heil's recall no. 227.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 . |