Terex South Dakota, Inc.: 2021 TL48 Trucks Recalled for Improperly Welded Aerial Device Subframe

Agency Publication Date: June 2, 2023

Summary

Terex South Dakota, Inc. is recalling 8 of its 2021 TL48 trucks because the subframe that holds the aerial device may not have been welded properly. This manufacturing defect can cause the weld to fail, which could allow the aerial device to fall from the vehicle. Owners can take their trucks to a dealer for a free inspection and, if necessary, the joint will be rewelded to ensure it is secure.

Risk

If the subframe weld fails, the aerial device can fall unexpectedly, which poses a significant risk of injury to operators or bystanders.

What You Should Do

Identify if you own a 2021 Terex TL48 truck. This recall specifically affects 8 units where the aerial device subframe may be improperly welded.
Contact a Terex customer service representative at 1-605-882-4000 to verify if your specific vehicle is included in this recall (reference recall number SN719).
Schedule an appointment with an authorized dealer to have the subframe inspected for cracks; the dealer will remove and reweld the joint at no cost to you if defects are found.
For more information or if you have questions, you can contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

Free Repair

Subframe inspection and rewelding

How to: Dealers will inspect the subframe for cracks and remove and reweld the joint, as necessary, free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2021 Terex TL48 Truck

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 23V396000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Terex South Dakota, Inc.

Sold By: authorized dealers

Units Affected: 8 vehicles(8% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: June 29, 2023

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: SN719

Agency Last Updated: December 20, 2023

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Summary

What You Should Do

Identify if you own a 2021 Terex TL48 truck. This recall specifically affects 8 units where the aerial device subframe may be improperly welded.

Contact a Terex customer service representative at 1-605-882-4000 to verify if your specific vehicle is included in this recall (reference recall number SN719).

Schedule an appointment with an authorized dealer to have the subframe inspected for cracks; the dealer will remove and reweld the joint at no cost to you if defects are found.

For more information or if you have questions, you can contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 23V396000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Terex South Dakota, Inc.

Sold By: authorized dealers

Units Affected: 8 vehicles(8% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: June 29, 2023

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: SN719

Agency Last Updated: December 20, 2023