Recall 09V168000: Terex telelect, inc.

Report received

May 19, 2009

Manufacturer

Terex telelect, inc.

Potentially affected

192vehicles

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

Terex telelect, inc. Is recalling 192 my 1999 through 2001 hr37 and hr40 utility trucks manufactured from june 21, 1999 through january 30, 2001, which utilize hydraulic cylinder 437250d to lift the lower boom assembly. These units were built with rod eye material that was not to specification in the lift cylinder.

Possible consequence

The rod eye material may fail and allow the boom and platform to fall, possibly resulting in serious injury or death to the operator or persons near the vehicle.

Remedy

Terex will notify owners and replace the lower boom lift cylinder free of charge. The safety recall began on may 29, 2009. Owners may contact terex utilities warranty department by calling 1-605-884-3892.