Defect Description For Recall
Heil Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2006-2009 Rapid Rail And Cp Python Bodies Garbage Trucks With Bolt-On Rear Hinge Assemblies. Affected Bodies Are Those Which Have A Bolt On Rear Hinge Assembly But Do Not Have Structural Gussets To Reinforce The Z-Plate. Cracking Can Occur In The Z-Plate Area And A Failure Can Result When The Body Is In The Raised Position During WaSTE Unloading Procedures.
Make Of Vehicle
HEIL
Model Of Vehicle
CP PYTHON
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
10V076000
Component Description
Equipment:Mechanical
Effect Of Defect
The Body Can Become Unstable When Raised During DuMPIng Operations And Cause The Truck To Roll Over On Its Side Increasing The Risk Of Injuries.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Install The Bolt On Hinge Kit Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On March 10, 2010. Owners May Contact Heil At 866-275-4345.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Heil Company
Start Of Manufacture
20060802
End Of Manufacture
20090722
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
522
Date Owners Notified
20100310
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Heil Company
Date Report Received
20100303
Make Campaign Number
227