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Mcneilus Volterra ZSL Recall 25V800: Garbage Truck Grabber Can Move Unexpectedly, Risking Injury

NHTSA campaign 25V800, reported November 19, 2025, 160 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A software error may cause the grabber fingers on certain side loader garbage trucks to move without any input from the operator. If a grabber moves unintentionally, it may strike a person or vehicle next to the truck, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

If you own a 2024 or 2025 Volterra ZSL side loader, the manufacturer, McNeilus, will update the truck's software at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 5, 2026. You can also contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278 for more information. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V800McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Volterra ZSL side loader garbage trucks. A software error may cause the grabber fingers to move without input from the operator.
Risk
Grabber fingers that unintentionally moves may strike a person or vehicle next to the truck, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
McNeilus will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2026. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

Affected vehicles

Mcneilus Volterra ZSL20242025