Recall 16V118 covers 465 2008-2015 Terex Aerial Devices for cylinder contact that can crack rod eyes. Free repair at any franchised Terex dealer once available.
Terex is recalling 465 2008-2015 Aerial Devices under recall 16V118 because boom tip leveling and master cylinders can contact structural parts and damage rod eyes. Cracked rod eyes can let the platform tilt unexpectedly and increase injury risk for occupants; the Terex dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2008-2015 Terex Aerial Devices use hydraulic cylinders to move and level the elevated platform. The boom tip leveling cylinder helps keep the platform level, and the master cylinder at the elbow helps control boom movement through the knuckle area. Each cylinder uses a rod eye, the end fitting that connects the cylinder to the boom structure.
On affected devices, the boom tip leveling cylinder and the master cylinder at the elbow contact nearby structural parts when the boom or platform is moved into certain positions. The boom tip issue happens when an operator manually raises the platform above level. The master cylinder issue happens when the upper boom is raised at full speed to the end of its cylinder stroke. That contact puts the rod eyes at risk of damage.
Operators can notice the platform failing to stay level while the booms move. A cracking sound and platform tilt are warning signs before failure.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2008-2015 model years for Terex Aerial Devices, with Equipment listed as the recalled component.
| 2010 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2014 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
| 2011 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
| 2008 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
| 2009 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
| 2012 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
| 2013 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
| 2015 Terex Aerial Devices | Equipment |
| Units affected | 465 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A cracking rod eye can let the boom tip leveling cylinder fail, making the platform tilt unexpectedly and causing occupants to fall from the aerial platform, increasing injury risk. If the platform stops holding level or makes a cracking sound while the booms move, stop using it and arrange service. Repair will be free at any franchised Terex dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2015 Terex Aerial Devices equipment is included in this recall.
- Check for Terex's owner notice, mailed April 11, 2016, before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised Terex dealer to ask about the free aerial-device modification that keeps the boom-tip leveling cylinder and master cylinder from contacting structural components.
- Reference recall number 16V118 and Terex recall SN621 when you call.
- Keep occupants off the aerial platform until Terex confirms whether your unit needs the repair and completes the modification.
What happens at the repair
Terex has identified the repair path, but the final dealer remedy is still listed as under development. Once the repair opens, a Terex technician will modify the aerial device so the boom tip leveling cylinder and the master cylinder at the elbow do not contact nearby structural components. That work is meant to prevent damage to the cylinder rod eyes. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 16V118.
Timeline
| February 29, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| April 11, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V118?
Recall 16V118 covers 465 2008-2015 Terex Aerial Devices with boom tip leveling cylinder and master cylinder parts that can contact structural components. That contact can damage rod eyes, lead to cracking, and let the platform tilt unexpectedly. Terex dealers will modify the aerial devices for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2015 Terex Aerial Devices is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific aerial device is included in recall 16V118. If it is, contact a Terex dealer or Terex customer service at 1-800-982-8975 and reference recall SN621. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V118, Terex dealers will modify the aerial devices so the cylinder components stop contacting the structure.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an unexpected platform tilt. Repeated contact can crack the boom tip leveling cylinder rod eye or master cylinder rod eye, and that failure can cause occupants to fall from the aerial platform, increasing injury risk.
What if I bought the Terex aerial device used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the specific unit, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2008-2015 Terex Aerial Devices is included, then reference recall 16V118 or Terex recall SN621 when you call for service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V118000 |
|---|---|
| Terex customer service | 1-800-982-8975 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V118 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V118000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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