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Campaign 15V572 Posted September 14, 2015 6,745 units

2013-2015 Mcneilus Mixers Recall 15V572: Fire Extinguisher

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 15V572 covers 6,745 2013-2015 Mcneilus refuse trucks and mixers with Kidde fire extinguishers that do not discharge properly. Kidde replacement is free.

Mcneilus is recalling 6,745 2013-2015 Rear Loader, Standard Mixer, and other concrete mixer and refuse truck models because Kidde plastic valve handheld fire extinguishers can fail to discharge when the lever is pressed. If a fire starts and the extinguisher does not work, injury risk increases; Mcneilus dealers will complete the free repair.

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What's wrong?

The recalled equipment is the Kidde plastic-valve disposable handheld fire extinguisher supplied with 2013-2015 Mcneilus concrete mixers and refuse trucks. Its normal job is simple: when someone presses the lever, the valve opens and releases extinguishing agent onto a small fire. That only works if the valve and internal parts move correctly under pressure.

On affected trucks, the extinguisher has a component that was built outside Kidde's specification. In plain terms, a part inside the extinguisher was not made to the required design limit. Because of that, the extinguisher can fail to discharge as designed when the lever is pressed, leaving the operator without the fire protection expected from that equipment.

There is no warning sign before failure. The extinguisher can look normal until someone tries to use it, so the key difference is the model and manufacturing date code on the extinguisher.

Who's affected?

Covers 10 refuse, mixer, and trailer model lines across the 2013, 2014, and 2015 model years.

2013 Mcneilus Rear Loader Equipment
2014 Mcneilus Rear Loader Equipment
2015 Mcneilus Rear Loader Equipment
2013 Mcneilus Xxc Rear Loader Equipment
2014 Mcneilus Atlantic Front Loader Equipment
Units affected6,745
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

If a fire starts, a fire extinguisher that does not work correctly leaves anyone relying on it with less protection and increases the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before the extinguisher fails, so follow the inspection instructions before depending on it in an emergency. Repair is free at any franchised Mcneilus dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Mcneilus Rear Loader, Xxc Rear Loader, Atlantic Front Loader, Standard Mixer, Sliding Trailer, Zr, Autoreach, Bridgemaster V Mixer, Pacific Front Loader, or Metro Pak Rear Loader is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Mcneilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278 for the Kidde fire-extinguisher inspection instructions.
  3. Follow the Kidde inspection instructions for the plastic-valve disposable fire extinguisher, so the extinguisher can be replaced if it does not discharge correctly.
  4. Reference recall number 15V572 and Mcneilus recall Kidde: CPSC 15-079 when you call.
  5. Keep the truck's fire extinguisher available, but arrange the free replacement before relying on it in a fire.

What happens at the repair

This campaign uses an inspection and replacement path for the Kidde handheld fire extinguisher rather than a mechanical truck repair. Follow the Kidde instructions supplied through Mcneilus to inspect the plastic valve disposable fire extinguisher on the truck. If the extinguisher is covered and fails the inspection, Kidde replaces it free of charge. A Mcneilus service contact can help confirm the recall process and route the extinguisher replacement request through the right channel. The recall remedy is available now, and the replacement extinguisher is covered under the recall.

Timeline

September 14, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
October 5, 2015 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
October 19, 2015 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V572?

Recall 15V572 covers 6,745 2013-2015 Mcneilus concrete mixers and refuse trucks equipped with Kidde plastic valve disposable handheld fire extinguishers that fail to discharge properly when the lever is pressed. Kidde will inspect and replace the affected extinguishers for free.

What should I do if my 2013-2015 Mcneilus mixer or refuse truck is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V572. If it is, follow the Kidde inspection instructions and contact Mcneilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278 for recall guidance. Reference recall number 15V572 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect remedy at no cost, and Mcneilus says Kidde will replace the fire extinguishers as necessary free of charge. The recall remedy has been available since October 19, 2015.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is that the fire extinguisher fails during a fire. If the extinguisher does not work correctly when the lever is pressed, the vehicle operator or nearby workers face an increased risk of injury.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V572000
Mcneilus customer service1-888-686-7278
NHTSA recall #15V572
NHTSA recall # (full)15V572000

Source documents

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