Hydraulic test port tube failure causing fire
Defect Summary
Mcneilus truck & manufacturing, inc. (mcneilus) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 atlantic, pacific, contender, and ultra front loader refuse trucks manufactured march 2, 2012, to october 14, 2015 and equipped with an optional hydraulic test port tube to check hydraulic system pressures and taking hydraulic fluid samples. this tube may crack or break and allow hydraulic fluid to contact hot exhaust and turbo components.
Safety Consequence
Hydraulic fluid contacting hot exhaust and turbo components increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Mcneilus will notify owners, and dealers will remove the optional hydraulic test port tube, and cap off the hydraulic test inlet port, free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2015. owners may contact mcneilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. mcneilus' number for this recall is vsr-tsb-014.
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FAQ: Recall 15V720000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V720000?
NHTSA recall 15V720000 was issued by Mcneilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. on November 2, 2015. It addresses: Hydraulic test port tube failure causing fire. The recall affects approximately 730 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mcneilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V720000 or the manufacturer campaign number VSR-TSB-014. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.