NHTSANHTSA recall 25V800000 · Nov 19, 2025

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.: Software Error May Cause Grabber Fingers to Move Unintentionally

Recall found

Product

2024-2025 Volterra ZSL side loader garbage trucks

Hazard

Grabber fingers that unintentionally moves may strike a person or vehicle next to the truck, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

What to do

McNeilus will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2026. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

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Recall details

Summary: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Volterra ZSL side loader garbage trucks. A software error may cause the grabber fingers to move without input from the operator.
Component: EQUIPMENT
Recall type: Vehicle
Potentially affected: 160

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.

Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:31 AM EST. The agency notice is the final word.