Recall 16V-276: 2013–2016 Elpers Dodge 5500 W/ Crane, 2013–2016 Elpers Ford F-450 W/ Crane and 5 more
Elpers Truck Equipment recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 2016, covering about 35 vehicles.
The problem
Elpers Truck Equipment (Elpers) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Peterbilt 337, International 4300, 4400, Maxforce, Dodge 5500, and Ford F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 4, 2013, to January 22, 2016 and equipped with IMT cranes, models 6000, 7500, 8600, 9500, 10000, 12000, and 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
Elpers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve bank cover, with a thicker gauge cover, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact Elpers' customer service at 1-877-244-4596. Elpers' number for this recall is TB2016001 - IMT dist.
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
| Manufacturer | Elpers Truck Equipment |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V276000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Elpers Dodge 5500 W/ Crane | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Elpers Ford F-450 W/ Crane | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Elpers Ford F-550 W/ Crane | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Elpers Intl 4300 W/ Crane | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Elpers Intl 4400 W/ Crane | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Elpers Intl Maxforce W/ Crane | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Elpers Peterbilt 337 W/ Crane | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All 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-276?
Elpers Truck Equipment (Elpers) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Peterbilt 337, International 4300, 4400, Maxforce, Dodge 5500, and Ford F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 4, 2013, to January 22, 2016 and equipped with IMT cranes, models 6000, 7500, 8600, 9500, 10000, 12000, and 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-276 fixed?
Elpers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve bank cover, with a thicker gauge cover, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016. Owners may contact Elpers' customer service at 1-877-244-4596. Elpers' number for this recall is TB2016001 - IMT dist.
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.