- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER
- Problem
- Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2022 C4000, C5000, C6000, C7000, General, and Trans TL vehicles. A seam in the boom structure may have been improperly welded, causing the weld to crack.
- Risk
- A cracked weld may lead to the boom failing, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace or repair the boom, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 8, 2023. Owners may contact Terex's customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN715.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A seam in the boom structure may have been improperly welded during manufacture. Over time, this weld can crack, which may cause the boom to fail.
A boom failure increases the risk of injury to operators and people nearby. Owners should stop using the equipment if they notice signs of trouble with the boom and contact an authorized dealer right away.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will replace or repair the boom at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 8, 2023. You can also contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000 and reference recall SN715. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your equipment is affected.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Terex C4000 | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Terex C5000 | 2022 |
| Terex C6000 | 2022 |
| Terex C7000 | 2022 |
| Terex General 65 | 2022 |
| Terex General 80 | 2022 |
| Terex TL | 2022 |