2022–2026 Royal Truck & Equipment Traffic Control Vehicle Recall: Solar panel screws may loosen, resulting in a partial detachment
NHTSA campaign 26V502000 · Equipment · filed Jul 31, 2026 · verified Aug 6, 2026
The defect
Alamo Group, Inc. (Royal Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Royal Truck & Equipment Class 2 Traffic Control trucks equipped with a Wanco sign board. The solar panel screws may loosen, resulting in a partial detachment.
The risk
A dangling or completely disengaged solar panel may hit other vehicles or pedestrians, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Royal Truck will provide instructions on how to remove the self-tapping screws and replace with rivets, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Royal Truck's customer service at 866-975-0212.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Truck & Equipment | Traffic Control Vehicle | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V502000. Data last verified Aug 6, 2026.