2016 Terex TCX recalls and problems
The 2016 Terex TCX has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Terex dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2016 Terex TCX vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2016 Terex TCX recalls
Recall 20V-168: Equipment
Problem: Terex South Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2009-2016 TCX60/85 and SML65/90 aerial devices. The rod eyes on the 25ft lift cylinders may fail prematurely.
Risk: If the rod eye fails the lift boom will drift down. The remaining cylinder may not support the boom fully and will slowly leak down. These scenarios increase the risk of an injury.
Fix: Terex will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod eyes and shims, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN684.
Recall 16V-477: Equipment
Problem: Terex South Dakota (TSD) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 HR, HRX, TC, and TCX Aerial devices manufactured May 4, 2015, to June 15, 2016. The platform leveling cylinder on the affected vehicles may have poor welds, and as a result, platform leveling cylinder may fail at the elbow, allowing the platform to tilt.
Risk: If the platform tilts, the platform occupant may fall, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: TSD will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic cylinders, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact TSD Customer Service Department at 1-800-982-8975. TSD's number for this recall is SN642.
Recall 16V-435: Equipment
Problem: Terex South Dakota, Inc. (TSD) is recalling certain model year 2016 HR, HRX, LT, LTM, TL, TC, and TCX aerial devices manufactured January 1, 2016, to May 12, 2016. These aerial devices have a hydraulic motor whose shaft may fail resulting in unexpected boom rotation or winch movement.
Risk: Unexpected boom rotation or winch movement may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: TSD will notify owners, and instruct owners to inspect the hydraulic motor. Motors within a certain serial number range will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2016. Owners may contact TSD customer service at 1-800-982-8975. TSD's number for this recall is SN641.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Terex TCX have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Terex TCX: 20V-168 (equipment), 16V-477 (equipment), 16V-435 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Terex recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Terex dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.