2014 Mcneilus Zero Radius problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices 2019-09-17 · campaign 19V656000 · 330 vehicles
Defect: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Bridgemaster Mixer, Standard Mixer, Model 49 Autoreach Side Loader, Model 48 Zero Radius Side Loader, Model 78 Meridian Front Loader, Model 29 Atlantic Front Loader, Model 87 Contender Front Loader, Model 42 Manual Automated Side Loader, Model 16 3.5 yard TG Rear Loader, Model 11 Heavy Duty Rear Loader, Model 66 40.60 Split Body Rear Loader, Model 10 Standard Rear Loader, Model 12 Tailgate Tag Axle Rear Loader, and Mo
Risk: If the PRD does not activate in the event of a buildup of pressure, the CNG tank may explode, increasing the risk of fire and injury.
Fix: McNeilus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PRD's, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2019. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
Service bulletins (18)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-08 · ZR-IB-018-C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mcneilus truck and manufacturing, inc. offers these instructions for the zero radius (zr) 3.0 speed limiter software update. this document covers some configurations. revision c updates one step on a mack diesel version chassis.
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-30 · MISC_IB_085-A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mcneilus truck and manufacturing provides these instructions for the installation of new bushings for the service cleanout door for all side loader refuse vehicles. the new bushings can help provide a tighter seal on the door.
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-07 · ZR-IB-012-E · Other
this bulletin instructs how to replace the zero radiusâ„¢ (zr) grabber carriage motor bolts with new bolts if the existing motor bolts are loosening. revision e replaces two parts with updated parts.
Structure:body 2026-04-20 · MISC-IB-085 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mcneilus truck and manufacturing provides these instructions for the installation of new bushings for the service cleanout door for all side loader refuse vehicles. the new bushings can help provide a tighter seal on the door.
Suspension 2026-02-26 · MISC-IB-084-A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mcneilus truck and manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the bob tail® huck® bolts are fully swaged with correct thread exposure on the rear pivot cross member body mounts. revision a updates the replacement bolt length to 90mm
Suspension 2026-02-04 · MISC-IB-084 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mcneilus truck and manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the bob tail® huck® bolts are fully swaged with correct thread exposure on the rear pivot cross member body mounts.
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.