Recall 18V520000: 2015–2018 Terex C4000, 2015–2018 Terex C5000, 2015–2018 Terex C6000 +1 more

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Aug 7, 2018
Vehicles affected: 101
Models: 4
Initiated by: Manufacturer

The problem

Terex south Dakota, Inc. (Terex) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Terex C4000, C5000, C6000, and General digger derricks. The welds between the coupler and hex shaft may be undersized, causing them to fail and the auger to fall unexpectedly.

The risk

If the auger falls, it can increase the risk of injury to the user or bystanders.

The fix

Terex will notify owners, and dealers will either repair the weld or replace the affected component, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-605-882-4000. Terex's number for this recall is SN665.

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.

Affected vehicles

2015 Terex C4000
2016 Terex C4000
2017 Terex C4000
2018 Terex C4000
2015 Terex C5000
2016 Terex C5000
2017 Terex C5000
2018 Terex C5000
2015 Terex C6000
2016 Terex C6000
2017 Terex C6000
2018 Terex C6000
2015 Terex General 80
2016 Terex General 80
2017 Terex General 80
2018 Terex General 80

Details

NHTSA campaign: 18V520000
Manufacturer campaign: SN665
Manufacturer: Terex South Dakota, Inc.
Owner letters: Oct 3, 2018
Components: Equipment (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology