NHTSA recall campaign
18V794000
ManufacturerTerex South Dakota, Inc.Reported2018-11-09Affected1,275 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Terex Digger Derrick vehicles. The guide bar that attaches the pole guide arms to the pole guide tilt bracket may have insufficient welds, possibly resulting in the guide arm falling while in use.
Risk
If the pole guide arm falls, it may strike any nearby personnel, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected guide bars, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 14, 2018. Owners may contact Terex at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's recall number for this recall is SN669.
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