The worst 2018 Terex Digger Derrick problems
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Recalls 2
Engine
- What is wrong
- Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2018-2019 C4045, C4047, C5050, and C7066 Digger Derrick vehicles. Due to an engine computer program error, if the hood switch fails or opens, the remote engine start/stop function becomes disabled.
- Risk
- A disabled remote engine start/stop prevents the digger derrick operator from shutting the engine off during hydraulic issues on the digger, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Terex will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine computer program, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1‑605‑882‑4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN682.
Recall number 20V200000 · Recall details
Structure
- What is wrong
- Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Terex Digger Derrick vehicles. The guide bar that attaches the pole guide arms to the pole guide tilt bracket may have insufficient welds, possibly resulting in the guide arm falling while in use.
- Risk
- If the pole guide arm falls, it may strike any nearby personnel, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Terex will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected guide bars, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 14, 2018. Owners may contact Terex at 1‑605‑882‑4000. Terex's recall number for this recall is SN669.
Recall number 18V794000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Terex Digger Derrick 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- SA696 Contamination in Auxiliary Power Check valve: Informs service personnel that the check valve will...
- Bulletin advising customers and users that the ANSI/ASSP A10.31-2019 standard for Digger Derricks will...
- Issued Product Advisory, available on web site, for Digger Derricks
- Instruction on how to override the boom interlock if an equipment malfunction stops operation
- Update for Digger Derrick users about OSHA 1926 Subpart CC final ruling
- Information to Digger Derrick users that the equipment must be built and tested for use with a platform
- Notice to sellers of Terex equipment into California about new regulations
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Questions about the 2018 Terex Digger Derrick
Is the 2018 Terex Digger Derrick reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2018 Terex Digger Derrick.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Terex Digger Derrick?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2018 Terex Digger Derrick have?
2 recalls, covering engine and structure.
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