NHTSA Campaign 13V160000

EQUIPMENT

Issued by Terex South Dakota, Inc. · Reported Apr 24, 2013 · 500 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain model year 1998-2005 OM Aerial Devices used on utility trucks. The leveling arm at the elbow can develop fatigue cracks.

Consequence

Fatigue cracks may cause the leveling arm to fail. If the arm fails while the aerial device is in use, the platform may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.

Remedy

Terex will notify owners to inspect their unit immediately and arrange repairs with Terex or dealers. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Terex at 1-605-884-3892. Terex's recall campaign number is SN606.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 1998 500
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 1999 500
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2000 500
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2001 500
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2002 500
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2003 500
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2004 500
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2005 500

Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V160000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.