Tbei, Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #08E028000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E028000 by Tbei, Incorporated. Includes 605 affected units, TRUCK HOISTS TENSION ARM WELDS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Tbei is recalling 605 crysteel truck hoists manufactured between january 23 and march 19, 2008. the affected hoists were sold only as after market for use on dump truck applications. each tension arm of the hoist was supposed to have 6 welds. instead, each arm may have only 5 welds. the stress on each tension arm of a hoist with 5 welds was significantly more than it would be with 6 welds.

Corrective Action

Tbei will notify owners and repair the hoists free of charge. the recall began on april 21, 2008. owners may contact tbei at 952-941-0752.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E028000

Manufacturer: Tbei, Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2008-03-31T00:00:00

Subject: Truck hoists tension arm welds

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 605

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Tbei is recalling 605 crysteel truck hoists manufactured between january 23 and march 19, 2008. the affected hoists were sold only as after market for use on dump truck applications. each tension arm of the hoist was supposed to have 6 welds. instead, each arm may have only 5 welds. the stress on each tension arm of a hoist with 5 welds was significantly more than it would be with 6 welds.

Consequence Summary: These stresses could ultimately cause a premature failure of the hoist which could result in the lower arms breaking and the body falling. the sudden jolt of the falling body hitting the truck frame could cause the vehicle to bounce, possibly causing the driver to lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Tbei will notify owners and repair the hoists free of charge. the recall began on april 21, 2008. owners may contact tbei at 952-941-0752.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08E028000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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