NHTSASTRUCTURE
Hiab USA Inc. - Liftgate Deck Pins May Break
Published: May 13, 2026Recall ID: 26E029000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
Product Description & Identification
Hiab USA Inc. (Hiab) is recalling certain Waltco MDV series liftgates. The deck pins may break, resulting in the liftgate platform falling.
Affected Products
Liftgate Deck Pins May Break
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Liftgate Deck Pins May Break |
| Nhtsa id | 26E029000 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26E029000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Hiab USA Inc. |
| Defect summary | Hiab USA Inc. (Hiab) is recalling certain Waltco MDV series liftgates. The deck pins may break, resulting in the liftgate platform falling. |
| Corrective action | Hiab will inspect the platform bushings and hydraulic systems and replace the deck pins, free of charge. Hiab will work with vehicle manufacturers to repair the vehicles. Owners may contact Hiab customer service at (440) 601-8852. |
| Consequence summary | A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury. |
| Potentially affected | 168 |
| Report received date | 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |