2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2011-11-10
Description
Terex is recalling certain model year 1997 through 2009 xt55 aerial devices mounted on trucks. These vehicles are used to elevate personnel to trim trees and for utility work while parked in the work area. Cracks can develop around the lower boom hinge pin boss at the turntable which can progress into failure of the plates if not detected.
Consequence
Failure of the plates will cause unexpected motion of the boom and could cause the platform to fall, resulting in serious injury or death to a person standing on the platform.
Corrective Action
Terex will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on december 7, 2011. Owners may contact terex utilities warranty department at 1-605-884-3892.
Notes
Terex's recall campaign number is sn598.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2013-09-23
Description
Terex south dakota, inc. (terex) is recalling certain model year 1997-2013 xt55 and xt60 aerial devices mounted on utility trucks. Cracks may develop around the lower boom hinge pin boss at the turntable.
Consequence
Cracks may cause unexpected motion of the boom and could cause the aerial platform to fall, resulting in personal injury.
Corrective Action
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will provide a preventative welding reinforcement, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners are to continue to follow the inspection and repair process as detailed in nhtsa recalls 10v028 and 11v542. The safety recall began on november 8, 2013. Owners may contact terex at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this campaign is sn608.
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.