2013 Mcneilus Zr problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2013 Mcneilus Zr — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2013 compare to other Zr years?

Zr NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2013 Mcneilus Zr have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V572000OtherSeptember 14, 2015 · 6,745 units

Defect

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc., (McNelius) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 McNeilus Bridge Master Mixer, Standard Mixer, Sliding Trailer Mixer, Standard Rear Loader, Rear Loader w/3.5 YD HD Tail, Zero Radius Automated, Auto Reach, Atlantic Front Loader, Split Body Rear Loader, Rear Loader w/Tag Axle, Metro Pak Rear Loader, XXC Rear Loader, and Pacific Front Loader vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to May 14, 2015. These concrete mixers and refuse trucks are equipped with certain Kidde plastic valve disposable handheld fire extinguishers that may not properly discharge when the lever is pressed.

Consequence

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

McNeilus will notify owners, and advise them to follow the provided instructions from Kidde to inspect their fire extinguishers. Kidde will replace the fire extinguishers as necessary, 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 Kidde: CPSC 15-079.

15V536000OtherAugust 21, 2015 · 809 units

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 width of the vehicle.

Consequence

If the latch arm unexpectedly extends from the side of the vehicle, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

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.

2013 Mcneilus Zr — common questions

Is the 2013 Mcneilus Zr reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Mcneilus Zr have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Mcneilus Zr. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2013 compare to other Zr years?

Does the 2013 Mcneilus Zr have recalls?

2013 Mcneilus Zr — common questions

Is the 2013 Mcneilus Zr reliable?

Does the 2013 Mcneilus Zr have recalls?

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