Key Takeaway

AERIAL DEVICE FAILURE/CHECK VALVES by TEREX TELELECT, INC. was recalled on January 4, 2007. What to do: TEREX UTILITIES WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE CHECK VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILITI...

NHTSA Ongoing

AERIAL DEVICE FAILURE/CHECK VALVES

Recalled: January 4, 2007 ~2,099 units affected 07E001

Description

CERTAIN TEREX TELELECT DIGGER DERRICKS AND AERIAL DEVICES EQUIPPED WITH CHECK VALVES WITH P/NOS ENGRAVED ON THE VALVE OF; 1904F, 1908F, 1910F, AND 1910R. THESE VALVES CAN FAIL WHICH CAN CAUSE THE PARTS TO MOVE THROUGH THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OR WILL ALLOW A VACUUM TO FORM IN HYDRAULIC LINES IF THE PUMP FLOW SHOULD STOP. THESE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED ON TRUCKS TO TRANSPORT THE AERIAL DEVICE OR DIGGER DERRICK TO THE WORK SITE TO FACILITATE WORKING ON ELECTRICAL POWER LINES AND COMMUNICATION LINES OR TO TRIM TREES.

Injuries / Consequence

FAILURE OF THE CHECK VALVE CAN RESULT IN UNEXPECTED BOOM PLATFORM MOVEMENT AFTER THE CONTROL LEVER IS RETURNED TO THE NEUTRAL POSITION, OR ALLOW VACUUM TO FORM IN HYDRAULIC LINES TO THE BOOM TIP AND COULD CAUSE POTENTIAL DIELECTRIC FAILURE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

Remedy

TEREX UTILITIES WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE CHECK VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILITIES SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-605-882-4000.

Products Affected

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Company Information

TEREX TELELECT, INC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: TEREX UTILITIES WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE CHECK VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILITIES SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-605-882-4000.

Where can I find the original recall notice?

This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.

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