Recall 16V368 affects 11 2013-2016 Dejana Dominator vehicles for crane valve bank covers that crack and detach. Repair is free at any franchised Dejana dealer.
Dejana is recalling 11 2013-2016 Dominator-Propane, Dominator I, Dominator Ii, Dominator Iii, and Dominator Iv vehicles equipped with IMT cranes because the crane valve bank cover can crack and fall off during transport. A detached cover creates a road hazard and raises crash risk, and Dejana dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part is the valve bank cover on the IMT crane installed on 2013-2016 Dejana Dominator work trucks. The valve bank is the group of hydraulic control valves that directs crane movement, and the cover protects that valve area while the truck is driven.
On affected Series III cranes, a larger cover was used to fit the valve bank setup. Because the cover is larger than the one it replaced, road vibration can make it flex too much. That movement leads to fatigue cracks in the metal. If the cracking continues, the cover can break loose and fall from the crane while the truck is being transported.
Owners or fleet technicians should inspect the valve bank cover for cracks. If cracks are forming, remove or replace the cover before the truck is driven. The remedy cover uses higher strength, thicker gauge steel than the recalled part.
Who's affected?
Spans the Dominator I, Dominator Ii, Dominator Iii, Dominator Iv, and Dominator-Propane configurations across the 2013-2016 model years, all involving equipment.
| 2013 Dejana Dominator Iv | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2016 Dejana Dominator-Propane | Equipment |
| 2015 Dejana Dominator-Propane | Equipment |
| 2015 Dejana Dominator I | Equipment |
| 2013 Dejana Dominator-Propane | Equipment |
| 2014 Dejana Dominator-Propane | Equipment |
| 2014 Dejana Dominator Iv | Equipment |
| 2016 Dejana Dominator Iv | Equipment |
| 2015 Dejana Dominator Iii | Equipment |
| 2016 Dejana Dominator Iii | Equipment |
| 2014 Dejana Dominator Ii | Equipment |
| 2015 Dejana Dominator Ii | Equipment |
| 2016 Dejana Dominator I | Equipment |
| 2014 Dejana Dominator I | Equipment |
| 2013 Dejana Dominator I | Equipment |
| 2016 Dejana Dominator Ii | Equipment |
| 2013 Dejana Dominator Ii | Equipment |
| 2014 Dejana Dominator Iii | Equipment |
| 2013 Dejana Dominator Iii | Equipment |
| 2015 Dejana Dominator Iv | Equipment |
| Units affected | 11 |
| 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 truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the valve bank cover detaches from the crane, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. Inspect the cover for cracks during normal checks. If cracks are forming, stop using the crane until the cover is removed or replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Dejana dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2016 Dejana Dominator Iv, Dominator-Propane, Dominator I, Dominator Iii, or Dominator Ii vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Dejana dealer to schedule the free thicker valve-bank-cover replacement for the IMT crane, which fixes the cover that can crack and fall during transport.
- Bring the recall notice if Dejana mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V368 when you call.
- Avoid transporting the crane with a cracked or loose valve bank cover before the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dejana technician replaces the crane valve bank cover with a thicker cover so the cover stays secured while the crane is transported. The replacement parts and labor are covered under the recall, and this repair has been available since June 2, 2016. Dejana has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid for this related repair before the recall work was performed. Bring prior repair paperwork and ask the service desk or Dejana customer service how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 23, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
|---|---|
| May 26, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| June 2, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V368?
Recall 16V368 covers 11 2013-2016 Dejana Dominator work vehicles equipped with certain IMT cranes. The crane valve bank cover can crack and fall from the crane during transport, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk. Dealers will install a thicker cover for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2016 Dejana Dominator-Propane, Dominator I, Dominator Ii, Dominator Iii, or Dominator Iv is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V368. If it is, contact a Dejana dealer or Dejana customer service at 1-888-836-0649 to arrange the valve bank cover replacement. Reference recall 16V368 or Dejana recall TB2016001/TB2016002 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Dejana's recall remedy says dealers will replace the crane valve bank cover with a thicker cover free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost when your VIN is included.
What is the safety risk with this Dejana recall?
The safety risk is a crane valve bank cover falling from the vehicle while the crane is being transported. If the cover detaches on the road, it creates a hazard for nearby drivers and increases crash risk. The free repair replaces the cover with a thicker part.
When did the Dejana recall repair start?
The recall repair began on June 2, 2016. For an included VIN, a Dejana dealer replaces the valve bank cover with a thicker cover at no cost. Call ahead with recall 16V368 so the service desk can confirm parts and scheduling.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V368000 |
|---|---|
| Dejana customer service | 1-888-836-0649 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V368 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V368000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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