Recall 11V542 covers 5,123 2007-2009 Terex XT55 aerial devices for lower-boom hinge cracks. Repair is free at any franchised Terex dealer.
Terex is recalling 5,123 2007-2009 XT55 aerial devices mounted on trucks because cracks can form around the lower boom hinge pin boss at the turntable. If the plates fail, the boom can move unexpectedly and the platform can fall, resulting in serious injury or death; the Terex repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2007-2009 Terex XT55 is an aerial device mounted on a truck to lift workers for tree trimming and utility work while the truck is parked at the job site. The lower boom hinge pin boss is the heavy pivot area where the lower boom connects to the turntable. That joint carries the boom load as it raises, lowers, and positions the platform.
On affected XT55 units, cracks form around the lower boom hinge pin boss at the turntable. Those cracks grow into the surrounding plates if they are not found during inspection. Once the plates fail, the boom structure no longer has the support it needs at that pivot point.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners and operators should not count on noise, looseness, or visible movement from the boom as an early signal.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2007, 2008, and 2009 XT55 model years with the same equipment component.
| 2007 Terex XT55 | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2009 Terex XT55 | Equipment |
| 2008 Terex XT55 | Equipment |
| Units affected | 5,123 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Plate failure causes unexpected boom movement and can make the platform fall, resulting in serious injury or death to a person standing on it. Keep the boom out of service and schedule the recall repair before using the platform. Repair will be free at any franchised Terex dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2009 Terex XT55 is included in this recall.
- Contact Terex Utilities warranty department at 1-605-884-3892 for current free repair instructions.
- Stop using the aerial platform until Terex confirms the lower-boom hinge-pin boss and turntable plate repair is complete.
- Reference recall number 11V542 when you call, and bring any Terex recall notice or service paperwork to the repair appointment.
What happens at the repair
Terex began the safety recall repair on December 7, 2011. At the dealer or Terex service location, a Terex technician repairs the XT55 aerial device free of charge, with attention to the lower boom hinge pin boss area at the turntable where cracks can develop. The filing does not name a specific replacement part, so ask the service desk to confirm the repair procedure for campaign 11V542 before the vehicle is released.
Timeline
| November 9, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 7, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V542?
Recall 11V542 covers 5,123 2007-2009 Terex XT55 aerial devices mounted on trucks. Cracks can develop around the lower boom hinge pin boss at the turntable, and Terex will repair the affected equipment for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2009 Terex XT55 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Terex XT55 is included in recall 11V542. If it is, contact a franchised Terex service location or the Terex Utilities Warranty Department at 1-605-884-3892 to arrange the free repair.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Terex said it will repair the affected XT55 aerial devices free of charge. Reference recall 11V542 when you contact Terex or your service location.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unexpected boom motion and a platform fall if the cracked plates fail. Terex states this can result in serious injury or death to a person standing on the platform, so confirm the VIN and arrange the free repair.
What if I bought this Terex XT55 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the equipment, not the first owner. If you never received the original notice, check your VIN and reference recall 11V542 when you contact Terex about repair scheduling.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V542000 |
|---|---|
| Terex customer service | 1-605-884-3892 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V542 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V542000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →