McNeilus Bridgemaster V Mixer (McNeilus) – Equipment Concern (2018)
Overpressurized hydraulic tank can rupture, potentially causing road hazards and injury.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2014 MCNEILUS BRIDGEMASTER V MIXER
Brand
MCNEILUS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2014
McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain 2014 MCNEILUS BRIDGEMASTER V MIXER vehicles due to equipment issues. If the tank ruptures it may cause hydraulic fluid to spill. The ruptured tank can cause injuries from plastic debris. The spilled hydraulic fluid coul.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain 2008-2018 Bridgemaster V concrete mixers equipped with an optional composite material hydraulic tank. The filler neck check valve may seal the tank too tightly, causing the tank to overpressurize and possibly rupture.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the tank ruptures it may cause hydraulic fluid to spill. The ruptured tank can cause injuries from plastic debris. The spilled hydraulic fluid could be hot which could cause burn injuries. If the vehicle is on the road when the tank ruptures, the tank pieces or spilled hydraulic fluid may cause a road hazard which could increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
McNeilus has notified owners, and dealers will replace the filler neck, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2018. Owners may contact McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. McNeilus' number for the recall is VSR-TSB-018.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026