Recall 20V023000: 2020 Terex Advance FD4000, 2020 Terex Advance FD5000GL, 2020 Terex Advance FD7000B +1 more

The problem

Terex Advance Mixer (Terex) is recalling certain 2020 FDC300, FD4000, FD5000GL, and FD7000B vehicles. The axle output shafts were incorrectly heat treated, possibly causing them to fracture.

The risk

The fracturing of the output shaft would result in a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Terex has notified owners. Owners should inspect the Dana output flange for its production date. Dana will replace any that are in the affected range, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. Owners may contact Terex customer service at 1-800-678-5961.

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.NHTSA is missing critical, required information for this safety recall. This information must be supplied through the NHTSA Recalls Portal within 5 working days of confirming its accuracy:- A statement that the defect or noncompliance can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning; or a description of whatever prior warning may occur, and a statement that if this warning is not heeded, a vehicle crash can occur (49 CFR 577.5 (f)(1)).