2016 Heil Front End Loader Garbage
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2016 Heil Front End Loader Garbage. Newest first.
The Heil Co. (Heil) is recalling certain 2016-2026 front loader garbage trucks equipped with replacement CNG tailgate ladder kits. An incorrect bolt may have been installed in one of the ladder legs, allowing the bolt to contact and damage the CNG cylinders.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A damaged CNG tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Heil will replace the ladder bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were 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.
Heil Environmental (Heil) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Rear Loader, Side Loader, Front End Loader and Rolloff Body/Hoist garbage trucks. The hydraulic oil tank brackets may crack, causing the oil tank to detach from the chassis frame rails and leak hydraulic oil.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Hydraulic oil leaking onto the roadway can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Heil will notify owners, and dealers will replace both oil tank supporting brackets, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Heil customer service at 1-866-275-4345. Heil's number for this recall is BRACKET.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11009446This Service Bulletin addresses a mandatory inspection for cracks on Hydraulic Oil Tank Mounting Brackets on Heil Front End Loader (FEL), Automated Side Loader (ASL), and Rear End Loader (REL) units identified in the Products Affected section below. If one or both angle brackets fail, the hydraulic oil tank could become unstable, potentially coming loose from the frame rail. The corrective action is to inspect for cracks on the two Hydraulic Oil Tank Mounting Brackets. The first inspection should be done immediately upon receipt of this bulletin. Contact your local Heil Dealer immediately if cracks are found on either of the brackets. If cracks are found on inspection, take the vehicle to your local Heil Dealer and the Dealer will replace both brackets at no charge to you. Do not try to repair a cracked bracket.
- 11009444This Service Bulletin addresses a mandatory inspection for cracks on Hydraulic Oil Tank Mounting Brackets on Heil Front End Loader (FEL), Automated Side Loader (ASL), and Rear End Loader (REL) units identified in the Products Affected section below. If one or both angle brackets fail, the hydraulic oil tank could become unstable, potentially coming loose from the frame rail. The corrective action is to inspect for cracks on the two Hydraulic Oil Tank Mounting Brackets and replace both brackets if cracks are found on either of them. Do not try to repair a cracked bracket.
- 11001183Heil Technical Services: Paid Services for Heil Units out of Warranty
- 110011812021 Half/Pack Main Cortex Controller/Display Program Update
- 10222729Service Bulletin describing Half/Pack Arm weld repairs.
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