Recall 16V-266: 2013–2016 Adkins Dominator I, 2013–2016 Adkins Dominator II and 3 more

Adkins Truck Equipment Co recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2016, covering about 77 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-266
Report date
May 3, 2016
Vehicles affected
77
Owners notified
May 5, 2016

The problem

Adkins Truck Equipment Co. (Adkins) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Dominator-Propane, Dominator I, Dominator II, Dominator III, and Dominator IV trucks equipped with IMT cranes, models 6000, 7500, 8600, 9500, 10000, 12000, or 14000. The affected cranes have a valve bank cover that may crack and fall from the crane while the crane is being transported..

The risk

If the valve bank cover detaches from the crane it could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Adkins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve bank cover with a thicker cover, free of charge. The recall began during May 2016. Owners may contact Adkins customer service at 1-704-596-2299. Adkins' number for this recall is 16E-012.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerAdkins Truck Equipment Co
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V266000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Adkins Dominator I2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Adkins Dominator II2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Adkins Dominator III2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Adkins Dominator IV2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Adkins Dominator-Propane2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 16V-266?

Adkins Truck Equipment Co. (Adkins) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Dominator-Propane, Dominator I, Dominator II, Dominator III, and Dominator IV trucks equipped with IMT cranes, models 6000, 7500, 8600, 9500, 10000, 12000, or 14000. The affected cranes have a valve bank cover that may crack and fall from the crane while the crane is being transported..

How is recall 16V-266 fixed?

Adkins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve bank cover with a thicker cover, free of charge. The recall began during May 2016. Owners may contact Adkins customer service at 1-704-596-2299. Adkins' number for this recall is 16E-012.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.