Recall 09V156000: Petersen industries

Report received

May 7, 2009

Manufacturer

Petersen industries

Potentially affected

123vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Petersen is recalling 123 my 1998-2009 rs3 grapple trucks. Under long-term use, the spindle portion of the head assembly may develop cracks.

Possible consequence

These cracks pose a potentially serious danger which could result in the breaking of the spindle, resulting in the boom separating from the pedestal without warning, and could result in serious injury or death.

Remedy

Petersen will replace the head assemblies with a new design free of charge. The recall began on april 21, 2009. Owners may contact petersen at 1-800-930-5623.