2008 Heil Rapid Rail
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2008 Heil Rapid Rail. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2008 Heil Rapid Rail. Newest first.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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