Key Takeaway
AERIAL DEVICES/CHECK VALVES by TEREX TELELECT, INC. was recalled on January 25, 2008. What to do: TEREX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE CHECK VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILI...
AERIAL DEVICES/CHECK VALVES
Description
TEREX IS RECALLING 1,167 TC SERIES AERIAL DEVICES EQUIPPED WITH CHECK VALVE, P/N 443847, INSTALLED FROM SEPTEMBER 2001 UNTIL MARCH 2007. THE VALVE IS LOCATED ON THE LOWER BOOM LIFT CYLINDER. FAILURE CAN OCCUR ONLY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED AND THE AERIAL DEVICE IS IN OPERATION. THE CHECK VALVE IS USED IN RETIMING OF THE BOOM WHEN THE PLATFORM IS OUT OF LEVEL. THE FLOW THROUGH THE CHECK VALVE CAN CAUSE THE SNAP RING TO FAIL IF THE RETIMING FLOW IS ABNORMALLY HIGH. THE CHECK VALVE COMPONENTS WILL FLOW INTO THE LIFT CYLINDER IF THE SNAP RING FAILS.
Injuries / Consequence
DEBRIS MAY SCRATCH THE CYLINDER WALL OR GET INTO HOLDING VALVES AND CAUSE THE PLATFORM TO DRIFT DOWN SLOWLY, WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE PLATFORM USER.
Remedy
TEREX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE CHECK VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILITIES WARRANTY DEPARTMENT BY CALLING 1-605-882-4000.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesCompany 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 WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE CHECK VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILITIES WARRANTY DEPARTMENT BY CALLING 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.