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- Problem
- Terex South Dakota (TSD) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 HR, HRX, TC, and TCX Aerial devices manufactured May 4, 2015, to June 15, 2016. The platform leveling cylinder on the affected vehicles may have poor welds, and as a result, platform leveling cylinder may fail at the elbow, allowing the platform to tilt.
- Risk
- If the platform tilts, the platform occupant may fall, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- TSD will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic cylinders, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact TSD Customer Service Department at 1-800-982-8975. TSD's number for this recall is SN642.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2015-2016 Terex HR, HRX, TC, and TCX aerial devices, built between May 4, 2015, and June 15, 2016, may have poor welds on the platform leveling cylinder. The cylinder can fail at the elbow, allowing the platform to tilt.
If the platform tilts, the person on the platform may fall, increasing the risk of injury. Owners should check whether their aerial device is covered by this recall and stop using it if they are concerned about the platform's stability.
Terex South Dakota will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the hydraulic cylinders free of charge. The recall began August 22, 2016. Owners can contact the TSD Customer Service Department at 1-800-982-8975, referencing recall number SN642, and should check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Terex HR | 20152016 |
|---|---|
| Terex HRX | 20152016 |
| Terex TC | 20152016 |
| Terex TCX | 20152016 |