Recall 21V847000: 2015–2021 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 27, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 316
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Palfinger USA, LLC (Palfinger) is recalling certain 2015-2021 PW32001, PW32001-A, PW32001-SLE, PW35001, PW35001-SH, PW38001, PW42001, and PW50001 cranes. The shear plates may develop fatigue cracks.
The risk
The cracks may cause the shear plate to fail, allowing the boom tip and any attached load to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Palfinger will inspect the cranes, and convert to an updated mounting design, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on December 29, 2021. Owners may contact Palfinger customer service at 1-419-448-8156.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
- 2016 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
- 2017 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
- 2018 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
- 2019 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
- 2020 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
- 2021 Palfinger Material Handling Cranes
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V847000
- Manufacturer
- Palfinger USA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Dec 29, 2021
- Components
- Equipment:mechanical:boom/crane/ladder (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