NHTSA Recall 18V520000
Filed by Terex South Dakota, Inc.. Component: Equipment. Reported 2018-08-07. An estimated 101 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Terex south Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Terex C4000, C5000, C6000, and General digger derricks. The welds between the coupler and hex shaft may be undersized, causing them to fail and the auger to fall unexpectedly.
Risk
If the auger falls, it can increase the risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
What the manufacturer will do
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will either repair the weld or replace the affected component, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN665.
Manufacturer campaign number: SN665
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.