Mcneilus Refuse Truck recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 23, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. recalls 2013–2015 Mcneilus Refuse Truck

Recall number

17V199000

Brand / firm

Mcneilus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 130 units

Why it was recalled

Corrosion of the fuel hose may result in a CNG leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, may increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2013-2015 HD REL-11, REL TG TAG-12, MA-42, M-44, ZR-48, AR-49, and Pacific LoPro FEL-88 Refuse Trucks, equipped with compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems by Agility Fuel Systems. The affected CNG systems have flexible stainless steel, sleeved, high pressure hoses that may corrode from exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt.

What to do

McNeilus will notify owners instructing them to contact Agility to have the defective hose assemblies replaced free of charge. The recall began on April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Agility customer service at 1-949-267-7745 or contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. McNeilus' number for this recall is Agility 16E-092.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.