Palfinger GLS 55 Forklift and FHS 55 Forklift recall 25V008000 - Exterior Lighting

NHTSA · January 14, 2025

• NHTSA recall campaign 25V008000 (Palfinger), reported January 14, 2025.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 2,149.
• Component: Exterior Lighting.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

January 14, 2025

Recalling firm

Palfinger USA, LLC

Source ID

25V008000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 2 recall campaigns from Palfinger USA, LLC since 2010, 1 of them reported in 2025.
• At 2,149 vehicles, it is larger than 65% of the 994 NHTSA campaigns from 2025 with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Palfinger, Inc. (Palfinger) is recalling certain 2017-2025 FHS 55 and GLS 55 vehicles. The outer rear marker lights were installed in the incorrect location. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Incorrectly positioned lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective action

Dealers will install a steel plate and relocate the lights, free of charge. Owners may contact Palfinger customer service at 1-712-256-9347.

Affected vehicles

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