Terex South Dakota, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08E068000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E068000 by Terex South Dakota, Inc.. Includes 60 affected units, FRONT OR REAR MOUNTED BUMPER WINCHES, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Terex telelect is recalling 60 30,000 lb bumper winches installed by terex telelect from january 2003 through october 2008 in certain utility trucks. the winches were installed to facilitate working on electrical services and communication lines both on and off road. these winches may be equipped with wire ropes that can not withstand the pull force of the bumper winch.

Corrective Action

Terex telelect will notify owners and replace the wire winch rope if it is less than 5/8" diameter free of charge. the recall began on december 22, 2008. owners may contact terex utilities warranty department by calling 1-605-882-4000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E068000

Manufacturer: Terex South Dakota, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-12-02T00:00:00

Subject: Front or rear mounted bumper winches

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 60

Details

MFR Campaign Number: CB583

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Terex telelect is recalling 60 30,000 lb bumper winches installed by terex telelect from january 2003 through october 2008 in certain utility trucks. the winches were installed to facilitate working on electrical services and communication lines both on and off road. these winches may be equipped with wire ropes that can not withstand the pull force of the bumper winch.

Consequence Summary: Pulling at full force on the bare winch drum may result in failure of the winch line and could result in death or serious injury.

Corrective Action: Terex telelect will notify owners and replace the wire winch rope if it is less than 5/8" diameter free of charge. the recall began on december 22, 2008. owners may contact terex utilities warranty department by calling 1-605-882-4000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08E068000

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