No complaints are listed for the 2012 Mcneilus ZR. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MCNEILUS ZR.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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2 recalls.
Date: 2015-08-21. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Zero Radius (ZR) Side-Loader Refuse Trucks, model 48, manufactured January 1, 2010, to April 10, 2015. The affected trucks are equipped with an air actuated transit arm latch that may loosen over time, causing the transit arm latch to unintentionally release, allowing the arm to extend beyond the overall wid (excerpt)
Consequence: If the latch arm unexpectedly extends from the side of the vehicle, there is an increased the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: McNeilus will notify owners, and fleet service technicians will install a new a chain style transit arm latch that will keep the arm from drifting, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. McNeilus' number for this recall is VSR-TSB-008. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-05-22. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: MCNEILUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 ZR TRUCKS, MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 26, 2010, THROUGH MAY 1, 2012 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108 A LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.A THE HAZARD WARNING LAMPS DO NOT WORK WHEN THE IGNITION IS IN THE OFF POSITION.
Consequence: INADEQUATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE THE VISIBILITY OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.
Remedy: MCNEILUS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND MCNEILUS SERVICE TECHNICIANS WILL CONNECT THE HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS DIRECTLY TO THE VEHICLEA S POWER SUPPLY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN EARLY JUNE 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MCNEILUS AT 507-374-6321.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
11 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 3 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 2 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
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| PARKING BRAKE | 1 |
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| STRUCTURE | 1 |
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10239006
Date: 2023-06-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for the installation of a hydraulic reservoir breather upgrade kit to reduce oil leakage in in-body hydraulic reservoirs and frame mounted hydraulic reservoirs on Zero Radius (ZR) Side Loader refuse vehicles.
10233666
Date: 2023-03-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
According to an amended ruling in the visual inspection labeling requirement in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 304, the periodic inspection interval for compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel containers has been modified to A?A A at least every 12 months.A?A A McNeilus Truck and Man
10222301
Date: 2022-09-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing provides these instructions for installing a hydraulic reservoir cork gasket. The installation of this gasket will repair leaks coming from the gasket between the in-tank filter and the reservoir.
10222303
Date: 2022-09-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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.
10219553
Date: 2022-08-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for the installation of an alternative divider from a different supplier (due to supply chain shortages). This new flow divider will function the same as the old valve.
10204083
Date: 2021-11-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing offers these instructions for ejector cylinder bypass testing.
10129016
Date: 2018-01-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
This bulletin, previously released in December 2017, has been updated to provide a consolidated parts list. This bulletin instructs how to remove the Zero Radius? (ZR) grabber carriage motor bolts and replace with studs if the motor bolts are loosening.
10119133
Date: 2017-08-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
This technical service information bulletin describes the replacement of a snapper pin with a bolted joint in the body service lift pin assembly. The body service lift is used to raise the refuse collection body during maintenance operations. The snapper pins are adequate for retaining the body serv
10119131
Date: 2017-07-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
This bulletin consists of removing the bonded hydraulic hoses (hoses that are attached to each other into a hose assembly) and replacing with individual hydraulic hoses (non-bonded) with a fabric wrap installed. The hydraulic hose assembly powers the arm that picks up garbage containers. This is b
10119132
Date: 2017-05-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: PARKING BRAKE.
This bulletin was initially intended for a single customer. The bulletin has now been released for a second customer requesting the update. The update consists of removing the bonded hydraulic hoses (hoses that are attached to each other into a hose assembly) and replacing with individual hydraulic