Recall 18V520000
EQUIPMENT
Report Date
20180807
Component
EQUIPMENT
Affected Vehicles
16 models
Defect 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.
Safety Consequence
If the auger falls, it can increase the risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | TEREX | C4000 |
| 2015 | TEREX | C5000 |
| 2015 | TEREX | C6000 |
| 2015 | TEREX | GENERAL 80 |
| 2016 | TEREX | C4000 |
| 2016 | TEREX | C5000 |
| 2016 | TEREX | C6000 |
| 2016 | TEREX | GENERAL 80 |
| 2017 | TEREX | C4000 |
| 2017 | TEREX | C5000 |
| 2017 | TEREX | C6000 |
| 2017 | TEREX | GENERAL 80 |
| 2018 | TEREX | C4000 |
| 2018 | TEREX | C5000 |
| 2018 | TEREX | C6000 |
| 2018 | TEREX | GENERAL 80 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.