NHTSA Recall 18V520000: Equipment
Terex South Dakota, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 101 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Terex C4000.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V520000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SN665 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | August 7, 2018 |
| Owner notification | October 3, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Terex south Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Terex C4000, C5000, C6000, and General digger derricks. The welds between the coupler and hex shaft may be undersized, causing them to fail and the auger to fall unexpectedly.
Safety risk
If the auger falls, it can increase the risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
Remedy
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will either repair the weld or replace the affected component, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN665.
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 18V520000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Terex C4000 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Terex C5000 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Terex C6000 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Terex General 80 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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.