The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·11V301000·Announced 2011-05-20

Terex Recalls 2009-2010 TCP40 Utility Trucks Due to Control Lever Defect

Terex is recalling 2009 and 2010 TCP40 utility trucks because a lower control lever defect may allow unintended movement of the boom or bucket, posing an injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Terex Telelect, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 TCP40 utility trucks manufactured from January 2009 through November 2010. The recall involves 65 vehicles.

The defect involves a lower control lever that may allow unintended movement of the boom or bucket. This unintended movement could result in injuries to the operator or others.

Terex will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 30, 2011. Owners may contact Terex Utilities Warranty Department by calling 1-605-884-3892 or emailing [email protected]. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
TEREX TCP40
Brand
TEREX
Manufacturer
TEREX TELELECT, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Utility Truck
Hazard
Affected units
65

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TCP40

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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