Recall 16V-269: 2013–2016 Auto Truck IMT Dominator Series III

Auto Truck Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 4, 2016, covering about 158 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-269
Report date
May 4, 2016
Vehicles affected
158
Owners notified
Jun 29, 2016

The problem

Auto Truck Inc. (Auto Truck) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 IMT Dominator Series III vehicles manufactured April 4, 2013, to January 22, 2016, 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

Auto Truck will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve bank cover, with a thicker cover, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2016. Owners may contact Auto Truck customer service at 1-855-288-6875. Auto Truck's number for this recall is TB2016001, and TB2016002.

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

ManufacturerAuto Truck Inc.
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V269000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Auto Truck IMT Dominator Series III2013, 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-269?

Auto Truck Inc. (Auto Truck) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 IMT Dominator Series III vehicles manufactured April 4, 2013, to January 22, 2016, 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-269 fixed?

Auto Truck will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve bank cover, with a thicker cover, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2016. Owners may contact Auto Truck customer service at 1-855-288-6875. Auto Truck's number for this recall is TB2016001, and TB2016002.

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.