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2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

0

Owner Complaints

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

2

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

The 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL, EQUIPMENT. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. for this model year.

Recalls for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS, potentially affecting up to 5,440 vehicles.

Recall 24V632000 — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

| 4,300 vehicles affected

Defect: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2015-2024 Zero Radius refuse trucks. The side loader arm may not be properly secured, resulting in unexpected movement while driving.

Consequence: A side loader arm that unexpectedly extends out from the vehicle body while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: McNeilus will provide new latch assemblies, free of charge. In addition, a McNeilus technician will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2024. Owners may contact McNeilus' customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

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Recall 22V716000 — EQUIPMENT

| 1,140 vehicles affected

Defect: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Zero Radius trucks. The ejector welds may fail, causing pressure and force to be placed on the hydraulic cylinder, which can cause it to penetrate through the side of the truck body.

Consequence: A hydraulic cylinder that penetrates the side of a truck body increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: McNeilus will either send service representatives to repair affected vehicles or ship parts to customers, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 21, 2022. Owners may contact McNeilus' customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

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Owner Complaints for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS.

Safety Rating for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

MISC-WI-010-A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for programming the 5” IFM display CR1058 (McNeilus PN 1641423) for Rear Loader (Standard model 10 and tag axle model 12), Meridian Front Loader (model 78), and Zero Radius Side Loader (model 48).

WM-TSIB-022 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for the installation (retrofit installation) of a streetside panel/door on the tailgate in an effort to reduce trash buildup behind the CNG cover. This is for Zero Radius trucks with roof mounted compressed national gas (CNG) units.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 MCNEILUS ZERO RADIUS

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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