NHTSA Recall 16V040000: Structure
Terex South Dakota, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 73 vehicles. It affects 2011–2015 Terex Aerial Devices.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V040000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SN627 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | January 26, 2016 |
| Owner notification | February 22, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 SCM48, SCM50, and SCM55 aerial devices manufactured August 24, 2011, to November 5, 2015. The affected vehicles have a leveling cylinder linkage that can be forced past its intended stop position, causing damage to, and failure of, the leveling system.
Safety risk
If the leveling system fails, the aerial platform may tilt, increasing the risk of injury to the user or those nearby.
Remedy
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will install a stop to prevent excessive cylinder linkage movement, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2016. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-800-982-8975. Terex's number for this recall is SN627.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V040000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.