CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Terex south Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Terex C4000, C5000, C6000, and General digger derricks. The welds between the coupler and hex shaft may be undersized, causing them to fail and the auger to fall unexpectedly.
- Risk
- If the auger falls, it can increase the risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
- Remedy
- Terex will notify owners, and dealers will either repair the weld or replace the affected component, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN665.
- 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
The welds joining the coupler and hex shaft on certain digger derricks may be undersized. If these welds fail, the auger can fall unexpectedly.
A falling auger can increase the risk of injury to the operator or to nearby bystanders. Owners should take this seriously and stop using the affected equipment until the repair is completed.
Terex will notify owners, and authorized dealers will repair the weld or replace the affected component at no cost to you. You can contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000 (recall number SN665), and you can check your vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Terex C4000 | 2015201620172018 |
|---|---|
| Terex C5000 | 2015201620172018 |
| Terex C6000 | 2015201620172018 |
| Terex General 80 | 2015201620172018 |