The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·15V481000·Announced 2015-07-30

Liftmoore Recalls 6036WX Truck Cranes Due to Battery Equalizer Fire Risk

Liftmoore is recalling 2001-2006 6036WX truck cranes because a specific battery equalizer part may conduct electricity when heated, increasing fire risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 (fire risk) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Liftmoore, Inc. is recalling Sure Power Battery Equalizers, part number 12040E00, which were sold as replacement parts for 2001 through 2006 Liftmoore 6036WX truck cranes. The recall affects 13 units. The specific potting compound used in these products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Once the material becomes electrically conductive, it is capable of melting and burning, which increases the risk of a fire. No specific injuries or deaths are reported in the source text.

Liftmoore will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer free of charge. Owners may contact Liftmoore customer service at 1-713-688-5533. Liftmoore's number for this recall is 13E-050. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
LIFTMOORE 6036WX TRUCK CRANE
Brand
LIFTMOORE
Manufacturer
Liftmoore, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Truck Crane
Hazard
Affected units
13

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)

  • 6036WX TRUCK CRANE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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