Mcneilus ZR recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 21, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. recalls 2010–2015 Mcneilus ZR

Recall number

15V536000

Brand / firm

Mcneilus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 809 units

Why it was recalled

If the latch arm unexpectedly extends from the side of the vehicle, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Zero Radius (ZR) Side-Loader Refuse Trucks, model 48, manufactured January 1, 2010, to April 10, 2015. The affected trucks are equipped with an air actuated transit arm latch that may loosen over time, causing the transit arm latch to unintentionally release, allowing the arm to extend beyond the overall width of the vehicle.

What to do

McNeilus will notify owners, and fleet service technicians will install a new a chain style transit arm latch that will keep the arm from drifting, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. McNeilus' number for this recall is VSR-TSB-008.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.