Recall 16V435 covers 440 2016 Terex Ltm/Hrx/Tc/Tcx/Lt/Hr/Tl aerial devices for hydraulic-motor shaft failure. Repair will be free at any franchised Terex dealer once available.
Terex is recalling 440 2016 Ltm, Hrx, Tc, Tcx, Lt, Hr, and Tl aerial devices because a hydraulic motor shaft can fail. That failure can trigger unexpected boom rotation or winch movement and increase the risk of injury; the Terex dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The hydraulic motor on these 2016 Terex Ltm, Hrx, Tc, Tcx, Lt, Hr, and Tl aerial devices helps control boom rotation and winch movement. These truck-mounted devices lift workers for power line construction and maintenance, so the motor shaft has to hold the commanded position as hydraulic pressure and the gearbox move the equipment.
On affected units, the supplier's manufacturing process left inconsistencies in the hydraulic motor output shaft. If that shaft fails while the gearbox is loaded in a direction that back-drives the system, the boom can rotate unexpectedly or the winch can move without the operator intending it.
This is not a wear item that gives an owner a gradual clue. There is no warning sign before failure, so the affected motor has to be identified by the recall range, not by a noise, leak, light, or change in operation.
Who's affected?
The affected group spans seven Terex model lines from the 2016 model year, all tied to winch or equipment components.
| 2016 Terex Ltm | Winch |
|---|---|
| 2016 Terex Ltm | Equipment |
| 2016 Terex Hrx | Winch |
| 2016 Terex Hrx | Equipment |
| 2016 Terex Tc | Winch |
| 2016 Terex Tc | Equipment |
| 2016 Terex Tcx | Winch |
| 2016 Terex Tcx | Equipment |
| 2016 Terex Lt | Winch |
| 2016 Terex Lt | Equipment |
| 2016 Terex Hr | Winch |
| 2016 Terex Hr | Equipment |
| 2016 Terex Tl | Winch |
| 2016 Terex Tl | Equipment |
| Units affected | 440 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected boom rotation or winch movement creates an injury risk for anyone near the equipment. There is no warning sign before the movement, so keep people clear of the boom and winch area and arrange inspection before further operation. Repair will be free at any franchised Terex dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Terex Ltm, Hrx, Tc, Tcx, Lt, Hr, or Tl aerial device is included in this recall.
- Contact Terex customer service at 1-800-982-8975 for current repair instructions before operating the boom or winch.
- Inspect the hydraulic motor only if Terex instructions tell you to do so, and follow the serial-number guidance in the owner notice.
- Schedule the free hydraulic-motor replacement if your motor is in the affected serial-number range; the repair addresses unexpected boom rotation or winch movement.
- Reference recall number 16V435 and Terex recall SN641 when you call.
What happens at the repair
Until the final dealer repair is available, follow Terex's owner instructions to inspect the hydraulic motor and identify whether it falls within the affected serial number range. Once the repair opens, a Terex technician will replace motors in that serial number range free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Terex has a general reimbursement plan on file, so owners who paid for a related hydraulic motor repair before the recall notice should ask Terex customer service how to submit documented expenses for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 14, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 3, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V435?
Recall 16V435 covers 440 2016 Terex Ltm, Hrx, Tc, Tcx, Lt, Hr, and Tl aerial devices with a hydraulic motor shaft that can fail. That failure can cause unexpected boom rotation or winch movement, increasing injury risk. Terex will replace motors in the affected serial-number range for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Terex Ltm, Hrx, Tc, Tcx, Lt, Hr, or Tl is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific aerial device is included in recall 16V435. If it is, inspect the hydraulic motor as Terex instructed and contact Terex customer service at 1-800-982-8975. Reference recall 16V435 and Terex recall number SN641 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Terex says hydraulic motors within the affected serial-number range will be replaced free of charge. Keep the unit information and motor serial number ready when you contact Terex.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unexpected boom rotation or winch movement. If the hydraulic motor shaft fails while the aerial device is in use, the movement can increase the risk of injury. Stop using the unit for affected work until the inspection confirms whether the motor is in the replacement range.
When did Terex start this recall?
Terex began the recall on August 3, 2016. Owner instructions covered inspection of the hydraulic motor, with free replacement for motors in the affected serial-number range. If you bought the equipment used or did not receive the notice, check your VIN and call Terex with recall number SN641.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V435000 |
|---|---|
| Terex customer service | 1-800-982-8975 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V435 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V435000 |
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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