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Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck Recall 26V474: Water Can Short Electrical Cabinet, Causing Shutdown or Fire

NHTSA campaign 26V474, reported July 22, 2026, 7 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2025-2026 side loader garbage trucks have a high voltage cabinet that may not be properly sealed. Water can enter the cabinet, which may lead to component failure or an electrical short circuit.

These problems can cause the vehicle to shut down unexpectedly, which raises the risk of a crash. An electrical short also increases the risk of a fire.

The repair is free. Heil will install a protective enclosure at no cost. Owners were notified by letter starting July 28, 2026. To check on the recall or arrange the repair, contact Heil customer service at 1-866-275-4345 and reference recall number PN-26-354. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V474The Heil Co.
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2025-2026 side loader garbage trucks equipped with certain HH Technologies ReVamp high voltage cabinets, with part number 372-9585. Water may enter an improperly sealed high voltage cabinet and cause component failure or a short circuit.
Risk
Electrical component failure may lead to an unexpected vehicle shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Heil will install a protective enclosure, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2026. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345. Heil's number for this recall is PN-26-354 .

Affected vehicles

Heil Side Loader Garbage Truck20252026