TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2003: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V160000

Make Model Year
TEREX AERIAL DEVICES 2003
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-05-29 2013-04-24 2013-04-25

Manufacturers Involved: Terex South Dakota, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SN606

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 500

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

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.