AI Damage2024 Mcneilus Zero Radius: common problems
The maker issued 14 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 14
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc
offers these instructions for the Zero Radius (ZR) 3.0 speed limiter software update. This document covers some configurations. Revision C updates one step on a Mack diesel version chassis.
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing provides these instructions for the installation of new bushings for the…
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing provides these instructions for the installation of new bushings for the service cleanout door for all Side Loader refuse vehicles. The new bushings can help provide a tighter seal on…
- This bulletin instructs how to replace the Zero Radius™ (ZR) grabber carriage motor bolts with new bolts…
This bulletin instructs how to replace the Zero Radius™ (ZR) grabber carriage motor bolts with new bolts if the existing motor bolts are loosening. Revision E replaces two parts with updated parts.
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc
offers these instructions for the Zero Radius (ZR) 3.0 speed limiter software update. This document covers some configurations. Revision B updates process
- The McNeilus Body Control software on Zero Radius (ZR) side loaders has been updated to support the…
The McNeilus Body Control software on Zero Radius (ZR) side loaders has been updated to support the Neutral at Stop (NAS) enhancement offered by some chassis OEMs. The McNeilus Body Control software update will…
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the Bob…
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the Bob Tail® Huck® bolts are fully swaged with correct thread exposure on the rear pivot cross member body mounts. Revision…
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the Bob…
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing requires an inspection and replacement, if needed, to ensure the Bob Tail® Huck® bolts are fully swaged with correct thread exposure on the rear pivot cross member body mounts.
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing provides these instructions for replacing the remote mount hydraulic pump…
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing provides these instructions for replacing the remote mount hydraulic pump CV drive shaft be replaced because the shafts may be too short and are suspect to disengaging. The hydraulic…
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc
offers these instructions for the installation of side of body sign holder brackets, if required. The brackets are bolt on style to eliminate the need to weld on the Volterra™ ZSL™.
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc
offers these instructions for the installation of side of body sign holder brackets, if required. The brackets are bolt on style.
- Instructions for the ZR speed limiter software update
- McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc
states that making any changes to the eZR Low Voltage (LV) wiring system on Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) units have been shown to, in some instances, affect the ability of the system to properly charge. Typically…
NHTSA lists 14 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mcneilus Zero Radius?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 14 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2024 Mcneilus Zero Radius?
NHTSA lists 14 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2024 Mcneilus Zero Radius from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2024 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.