Recalls for 2005 Terex Aerial Devices

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2013-03-18
Description
Terex south dakota, inc.  (terex) is recalling certain model year 2000-2009 tc, rm, om-dhl, and xm aerial device utility trucks which have boom controls mounted in a console at the truck bed.  A seal within the hydraulic rotary manifold may fail causing the aerial device to move inadvertently.

Consequence
Unexpected movement of the aerial device while in use may lead to personal injury.

Corrective Action
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the hydraulic plumbing and add a solenoid, free of charge.  The recall began on may 15, 2013.  Owners may contact terex at 1-605-884-3892.

Notes
Terex's recall campaign number is sn601.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.

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2013-04-25
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.