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Terex TC Recall 16V805: Aerial Boom May Move Unexpectedly When Hydraulic Tools Are Used

NHTSA campaign 16V805, reported November 4, 2016, 6 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Terex TC and TCX hybrid electric trucks built between June 2009 and July 2014 and equipped with aerial devices may have improper wiring. Because of this, the aerial boom can move unintentionally while hydraulic tools are in use.

Unintended boom movement can cause the work platform to strike objects in the work area, which raises the risk of injury to the operator.

Owners will be notified by Terex South Dakota. Authorized dealers will install a diode and alter the wiring to correct the problem, at no cost to you. Contact Terex South Dakota customer service at 1-800-982-8975 with questions, and check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V805Terex South Dakota, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT
Problem
Terex South Dakota (TSD) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Terex TC, and TCX hybrid electric trucks manufactured June 8, 2009, to July 30, 2014 and equipped with aerial devices. The affected vehicles may be improperly wired, and as a result, the aerial boom may move unintentionally when the hydraulic tools are being used.
Risk
Inadvertent boom movement can cause the platform to strike objects in the work area, increasing the risk of injury to the operator.
Remedy
TSD will notify owners, and dealers will install a diode and alter the wiring to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2016. Owners may contact TSD customer service at 1-800-982-8975. TSD's number for this recall is SN631.
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.

Affected vehicles

Terex TC200920102011201220132014
Terex TCX200920102011201220132014