NHTSA recall,
Heil CNG Tailgate Ladder
An incorrect bolt in the ladder may contact and damage CNG cylinders, causing a fuel leak and fire risk.
Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice
What happened
The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain CNG tailgate ladder kits sold as replacement parts, installed on Heil CNG front loader vehicles only. An incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs, allowing it to contact and damage the CNG cylinders. A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. The recall was reported to NHTSA on August 17, 2026, and affects 58 units nationwide.
Heil will replace the ladder bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2026.
What to do
If yours is included:
- Heil will replace the ladder bracket, free of charge.
- You may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345.
- Look for the owner letter. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2026.
What you get Free repair
Full text from NHTSA
Heil will replace the ladder bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2026. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345. Heil's number for this recall is SN-26-001.
Is yours affected?
Compare these details with yours, then check the recall notice to see which units are recalled.
Heil CNG Tailgate Ladder
Recall details
- Reported to NHTSA
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Manufacturer
- The Heil Co.
- Component
- Vehicle equipment defect
- Campaign
- 26E057000
- Units affected
- 58
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- Manufacturer's recall number
- SN-26-001
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-866-275-4345
Timeline
Reported to NHTSA
Listed on Recall Canary
Summary updated
