Eaton Corporation recalls Eaton Hydraulics Spool Valve Motor

Recall date

July 20, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16E063000

Brand / firm

Eaton Hydraulics

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 853 units

Why it was recalled

If the motor shaft breaks causing unexpected boom rotation or winch movement, the operator or those nearby may be at an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain Spool Valve Motors, part numbers 101-1033-009, 101-1035-009, 101-1042-009, 101-1083-009,101-1090-009, 101-1091-009, 101-1701-009, 101-1702-009, 101-1703-009,101-1710-009, 101-1711-009, 101-1722-009, 158-1094-001, 158-1628-001, 158-3373-001, 158-3452-001, and 158-3704-001, manufactured December 26, 2015, to March 30, 2016. These hydraulic motors have a motor shaft that may break. If the motor is used to operate a hydraulic boom or winch and the shaft breaks, there may be unexpected movement of the boom or winch.

What to do

Eaton will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the hydraulic motors, and their dealers will replace the hydraulic motors, free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2016. Owners may contact Eaton customer service at 1-800-386-1911.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.