Recall 13V560000
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Defect Description
Terex Corporation is recalling certain model year 2013 Terex Advance FD3000, FD4000, FD4000B, FD5000GL, FD6000B, FDB5000, 4 Axle Glider, 5 Axle Glider, 6 Axle Glider, and 7 Axle Glider front discharge concrete trucks manufactured October 2012 through October 2013. The u-bolt that attaches the front axle to the leaf spring can fracture.
Safety Consequence
Failure of u-bolts could lead to separation of the front axle from the vehicle, resulting in loss of operator control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will remove the u-bolts and attach the front axle to the leaf springs using plates and studs, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Terex at 1-605-882-4000.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | 4 AXLE GLIDER |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | 5 AXLE GLIDER |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | 6 AXLE GLIDER |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | 7 AXLE GLIDER |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | FD3000 |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | FD4000 |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | FD4000B |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | FD5000GL |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | FD6000B |
| 2013 | TEREX ADVANCE | FDB5000 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.