Recall 15V405 affects 162 2010-2015 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT, MDS-26GTX, Mds 2/26, and Mds 1/26 vehicles for incorrect axle labels. Free repair at any franchised Shred-Tech dealer.
Shred-Tech is recalling 162 2010-2015 MDS-20GT, MDS-26GTX, Mds 1/26, and Mds 2/26 vehicles because EPA 2010 emission controls put them over the front axle weight rating listed on the certification label. Too much front axle weight can cause poor handling or front axle failure, increasing crash risk, and the recall repair is free.
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What's wrong?
On the 2010-2015 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT, MDS-26GTX, Mds 2/26, and Mds 1/26, the front axle carries the weight of the cab, engine area, emissions equipment, and part of the shredder body. Its front axle weight rating is the certified limit for how much weight that axle is designed to carry safely.
These trucks were completed on Hino 258LP and Freightliner M2 106 chassis with EPA 2010 emissions controls. Shred-Tech did not account for the added emissions-control weight when installing its shredder equipment as the final-stage manufacturer. The completed trucks exceeded the front axle rating shown on the certification label, so the label no longer matched the truck's actual loaded condition.
The warning sign is premature or excessive brake wear. A service shop or operator also identified wheel-end oil leaks in the complaint that led to the investigation, so those signs should be taken seriously.
Who's affected?
Spans four Shred-Tech models across the 2010-2015 model years, with the same two component areas: vehicle labeling and front suspension.
| 2011 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2011 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT | front suspension |
| 2010 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2010 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | front suspension |
| 2012 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT | front suspension |
| 2013 Shred-Tech Mds 2/26 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Shred-Tech Mds 2/26 | front suspension |
| 2012 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | front suspension |
| 2015 Shred-Tech Mds 2/26 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2015 Shred-Tech Mds 2/26 | front suspension |
| 2014 Shred-Tech Mds 2/26 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2014 Shred-Tech Mds 2/26 | front suspension |
| 2013 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | front suspension |
| 2011 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2011 Shred-Tech MDS-26GTX | front suspension |
| 2013 Shred-Tech Mds 1/26 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Shred-Tech Mds 1/26 | front suspension |
| 2013 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT | front suspension |
| 2014 Shred-Tech Mds 1/26 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2014 Shred-Tech Mds 1/26 | front suspension |
| 2015 Shred-Tech Mds 1/26 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2015 Shred-Tech Mds 1/26 | front suspension |
| Units affected | 162 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the axle weight on the certification label is exceeded, the vehicle can handle poorly or suffer front axle failure, increasing crash risk. Premature or excessive brake wear is a warning sign to stop and arrange service before more use. Repair is free at any franchised Shred-Tech dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2015 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT, MDS-26GTX, Mds 2/26, or Mds 1/26 is included in this recall.
- Contact a Shred-Tech dealer to schedule the free certification-label or wheelbase repair that fixes the front-axle weight-rating problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Shred-Tech has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V405 when you call.
- Avoid overloading the front axle until the repair is complete; poor handling or front axle failure is the safety risk named in this recall.
- Call Shred-Tech customer service at 1-800-465-3214 with repair questions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Shred-Tech technician handles the repair based on the chassis. Freightliner M2 vehicles receive a revised certification label that raises the front axle GAWR to 9,000 pounds. Hino 258LP vehicles receive a wheelbase modification to redistribute weight. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Shred-Tech has a general reimbursement plan on file, so if you already paid out of pocket for this recall repair, contact Shred-Tech customer service or the dealer and ask how to submit documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 24, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 30, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 31, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 31, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V405?
Recall 15V405 covers 162 2010-2015 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT, MDS-26GTX, Mds 2/26, and Mds 1/26 vehicles with front axle weight above the rating printed on the certification label. Shred-Tech dealers will correct the label or modify the wheel base for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2015 Shred-Tech MDS-20GT, MDS-26GTX, Mds 2/26, or Mds 1/26 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V405. If it is, call a Shred-Tech dealer or Shred-Tech customer service at 1-800-465-3214 to arrange the free label correction or wheel base modification.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Shred-Tech will install a revised certification label on affected Freightliner M2 chassis vehicles or modify the wheel base on affected Hino 258LP chassis vehicles free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V405?
The safety risk is poor handling or front axle failure if the front axle weight exceeds the rating on the certification label. That condition raises crash risk. The free repair corrects the vehicle information or redistributes weight, depending on the chassis.
What if I bought this Shred-Tech vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Shred-Tech vehicle is included, then reference recall 15V405 when you contact the dealer or Shred-Tech customer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V405000 |
|---|---|
| Shred-Tech customer service | 1-800-465-3214 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V405 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V405000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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