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- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:BOOM/CRANE/LADDER:TURNTABLE
- Problem
- Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TL48 trucks. The bolts used to mount the aerial device to the sub-base may not be tightened properly, which could result in bolt failure, allowing the aerial device to fall.
- Risk
- An aerial device that falls increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2023. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN723.
- 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
Some Terex TL48 aerial work trucks may have mounting bolts that were not tightened properly. The bolts attach the aerial device to the sub-base, and if they fail, the aerial device can fall.
A falling aerial device increases the risk of injury to operators and people nearby. Owners should stop using the equipment if they have concerns and contact the manufacturer promptly.
The repair is free. Take your truck to an authorized dealer, where the mounting bolts and washers will be replaced at no charge. Owners who received a notification letter mailed November 17, 2023 can also contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Terex TL48 | 202120222023 |
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