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Wanco Compact Light Tower Fuel Tank

Wanco recalls Compact Light Towers (part WLTT) over fuel tank crack/leak fire risk.

What to do

Stop using the light tower immediately and contact Wanco, Inc. to schedule a free repair. Do not operate the equipment until the fuel tank has been inspected and replaced if necessary.

Recalled
Updated
Agency
NHTSA
Firm
Wanco, Inc.
Recall ID
26V497000
Status
ONGOING

Recall at a glance

Vehicles affected
1,129
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters expected
August 10, 2026
Manufacturer phone
1-800-972-0755

Why it was recalled

Wanco, Inc. is recalling certain Compact Light Towers with part number WLTT because the diesel fuel tank may crack and leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Is mine affected?

This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.

WANCO COMPACT LIGHT TOWER (2025-2026), FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Where it was sold

Distributed nationwide.

Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA
  2. Listed on Recall Canary
  3. Summary updated

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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-08-04 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification