Key Takeaway

FRONT OR REAR MOUNTED BUMPER WINCHES by TEREX TELELECT, INC. was recalled on December 2, 2008. What to do: TEREX TELELECT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE WIRE WINCH ROPE IF IT IS LESS THAN 5/8" DIAMETER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2...

NHTSA Ongoing

FRONT OR REAR MOUNTED BUMPER WINCHES

Recalled: December 2, 2008 ~60 units affected 08E068

Description

TEREX TELELECT IS RECALLING 60 30,000 LB BUMPER WINCHES INSTALLED BY TEREX TELELECT FROM JANUARY 2003 THROUGH OCTOBER 2008 IN CERTAIN UTILITY TRUCKS. THE WINCHES WERE INSTALLED TO FACILITATE WORKING ON ELECTRICAL SERVICES AND COMMUNICATION LINES BOTH ON AND OFF ROAD. THESE WINCHES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH WIRE ROPES THAT CAN NOT WITHSTAND THE PULL FORCE OF THE BUMPER WINCH.

Injuries / Consequence

PULLING AT FULL FORCE ON THE BARE WINCH DRUM MAY RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE WINCH LINE AND COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

Remedy

TEREX TELELECT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE WIRE WINCH ROPE IF IT IS LESS THAN 5/8" DIAMETER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILITIES WARRANTY DEPARTMENT BY CALLING 1-605-882-4000.

Products Affected

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Company Information

TEREX TELELECT, INC.

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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 TELELECT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE WIRE WINCH ROPE IF IT IS LESS THAN 5/8" DIAMETER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TEREX UTILITIES WARRANTY...

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