1998–2005 Terex Aerial Devices Recall: Leveling arm at the elbow can develop fatigue cracks
NHTSA campaign 13V160000 · Equipment · filed Apr 24, 2013 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain model year 1998-2005 OM Aerial Devices used on utility trucks. The leveling arm at the elbow can develop fatigue cracks.
The risk
Fatigue cracks may cause the leveling arm to fail. If the arm fails while the aerial device is in use, the platform may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to the operator or those nearby.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Terex will notify owners to inspect their unit immediately and arrange repairs with Terex or dealers. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Terex at 1-605-884-3892. Terex's recall campaign number is SN606.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Other campaigns involving Terex vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 13V160000 (manufacturer number SN606). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.