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SevereNHTSA·23V703000·Announced 2023-10-19

Terex Recalls 2021-2023 TL48 Trucks Due to Aerial Device Bolt Failure Risk

Terex is recalling 2021-2023 TL48 trucks because improperly tightened bolts may allow the aerial device to fall, increasing injury risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (aerial device mounting bolts) that could result in the device falling, which is a significant injury risk per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Terex South Dakota, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2023 TL48 trucks. The recall addresses a defect where the bolts used to mount the aerial device to the sub-base may not be tightened properly. This condition could result in bolt failure, allowing the aerial device to fall.

The falling of the aerial device increases the risk of injury. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text, but the recall covers the 2021-2023 model years of the TL48 truck.

Dealers will replace the mounting bolts and washers free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 17, 2023. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. Terex's number for this recall is SN723.

The recalled product

Product
TEREX TL48
Brand
TEREX
Manufacturer
Terex South Dakota, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
17

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)

  • TL48

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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