Defect Description For Recall
Heil Is Recalling Certain 2004 Through 2010 Durapack And Multipack Refuse ColleCTIon Vehicle Automated Side Loaders With Python Lifts Utilizing Programmable Logic Control (Plc) To Activate Grabber Close And Lift FunCTIons. Carbon Can Build Up On Internal Relays Within The Plc And This Can Cause A Bridging Or Inadvertent Circuit Completion Due To Vibration.
Make Of Vehicle
HEIL
Model Of Vehicle
MULTIPACK
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
10V590000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Hinge And Attachments
Effect Of Defect
Should This Happen, The Arm Can Lift Or Grab Without Operator Inputs, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash Or Injuries To Persons Outside The Vehicle.
Fix Defect
Heil Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Install A Retrofit Kit To Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On March 4, 2011. Owners May Contact Heil Customer Support Toll Free At 1-866-275-4345.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Heil Environmental
Start Of Manufacture
20040201
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2201
Date Owners Notified
20110304
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Heil Environmental
Date Report Received
20101122