2018 TEREX GENERAL 80 RECALL - #18V520000
RECALL FOR EQUIPMENT
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2018 TEREX GENERAL 80 |
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| Manufacturer |
Terex South Dakota, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
5/1/2011 - 4/1/2018 |
| Recalled on |
8/13/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Terex South Dakota, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
10/3/2018 |
| # Affected |
101 |
| Recalled for |
EQUIPMENT |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
If the auger falls, it can increase the risk of injury to the user or bystanders. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
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